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| Novell Raises the Bar for the Linux Desktop Novell has announced it has released significant enhancements to the "X over OpenGL" graphics subsystem, which will let developers create richer graphical experiences for Linux desktop users. Xgl is new core rendering technology for the Linux desktop that takes advantage of now widely available accelerated 3D rendering hardware. These enhancements make Linux desktops more usable, increase end-user productivity and more firmly position Linux at the forefront of client computing technology. Under the leadership of engineer David Reveman, Novell has sponsored the effort to develop the Xgl graphics subsystem to benefit both hardware vendors and software developers, and thus end users. Novell's release of Compiz enables developers to easily create graphical effects plug-ins which deliver rich visual effects, including transparency and advanced animation. For the first time, open source developers have the ability to easily add industry-standard effects like transparency and window animations to the Linux desktop, supported on the broadest possible set of hardware. Hardware and software vendors express strong support for Xgl while open source community members agree today's enhancements clearly and positively impact the state of the art of Linux desktop graphical capabilities. Xgl graphics subsystem enhancements and the Compiz framework are the latest additions to the fast-growing openSUSE project. Sponsored by Novell, openSUSE.org is a community-based effort that involves developers worldwide in the review, testing and development of SUSE Linux with the goal of making it accessible to end users, not just developers. write your comments about the article :: © 2006 Computing News :: home page |