Instructions for the Impatient

For experienced Linux enthusiasts, these Instructions for the Impatient may provide sufficient information in themselves to construct a complete Linux-only AG node. However, they are really intended to provide an overview of the steps that will need to be performed. These steps are explained in detail in the Software Installation section.

The points below enumerate the steps of an Installation for the Impatient. Some Linux users may find these to be sufficient to proceed with an installation immediately. However, each point has an accompanying link which should also be consulted for greater detail about that point.

1. Install operating system. This means just building a basic working Linux system with networking (including multicast). More details.

2. On the display machine, configure X Windows with Xinerama for the VGA cards being used. More details.

3. On the audio machine, install sound driver. This involves installation of either the ALSA project drivers (0.5 series), or the OSS commercial drivers from 4Front Technologies. More sound driver details.

4. Create a user named ag on all machines. Optionally, first create a distinct ag group as well. More details.

5. Install and configure vic, rat, tkMOO-lite and vvd. More details.

At this point, the installation is complete. Log into the display machine and use the browser to enter meetings at a virtual venue.