|
|
 |
|
|
Pages: 1
Linux Mandrake: Gaming Edition
(Click here to view the original thread with full colors/images)
Posted by: TotalRecall
hardCOREware.net has reviewed the Linux Mandrake 8.1 gaming operating system, which includes a special WineX emulator developed by Transgaming and a Linux version of The Sims. I scanned over the article, and, unforunately, it looks like Mandrake doesn't have a Windows alternative just yet. Here's a snip:
And there you have it. Mandrake 8.1 Gaming Edition is a GREAT Linux distribution, and may be suitable for many non-technical home users as well, depending on their needs. It's certainly easier to use and configure than most Linux distributions, and makes a lot of progress towards being a valid replacement for the Windows desktop. Unfortunately, it's not ready to actually replace Windows, though Mandrake has gotten closer with every release they make. With every distribution they release, Mandrake gets easier to use and configure, and they've now made steps toward running EVERYTHING Windows users run, thanks to Transgaming and the WineX project. At this rate, the only thing holding Linux back will be the lack of AOL software (in case someone's looking for a good project idea...hint, hint!)
The open source community can come out with some great software, so watch out if the legal issues ever get sorted out. Microsoft may just make it even harder to emulate the DirectX system in upcoming releases. Check out the full review.
Posted by: Ion Silverbolt
My hope is that Windows 2000 will continue to be supported for years to come. Because I don't like any alternatives to it out there.
I think Mandrake Linux is a cool OS though. Especially for the price. But considering the nature of open source, it will never become a competitor against Microsoft on the Multimedia desktop. However, it makes a killer firewall box. 
Posted by: JANNA
u still gotta put one more layer between u and the game if u use linux lindux or whatever version rather than using a win9x.w2k machine. cuz it has to emulate the windows environment and that isnt good for gaming
Posted by: Null Actor
I fail to see what they are trying to do.
If you are looking for an OS that can do everything windows can do, why not just use windows?
I swear, the linux community has a really bad case of microsoft envy.
|
|
|
|
|
