xgl/3d acceleration for dummies (me)

duped · 10-23-2006, 03:20 PM

I've googled myself numb. I'm a recent convert and want to get in on this xgl/compiz madness, but it seems so hard to get. I have an ATI Radeon 7500 which I have no idea how to configure (drivers? compatability?) The last time I tried to get xgl, I ran an 'easy' script, but it just made it impossible for me to get into a gui and i had to reinstall ubuntu.

I really have no linux skill, so please be gentle and help me show off my linux!

-duped

hrp2171 · 10-23-2006, 04:19 PM

As far as I know, there's still no 'for dummies' guide for xg/compiz/ubuntu.

You're gonna have to dip in the cookie jar so to speak.

This link might help get your started for the time being.

Google Search: ubuntu xgl compiz guide

pljvaldez · 10-23-2006, 04:25 PM

Here's my best estimate from what I've read:
1) install your ati drivers (try this link)
2) sudo aptitude install xserver-xgl compiz compiz-gnome

That should be it, I think. I got that from here if you want to read it.

J_K9 · 10-26-2006, 01:37 PM

This is a shameless self-plug, but this tutorial might help (it is newbie-friendly, I promise

): http://tazforum.thetazzone.com/viewtopic.php?t=2189

HTH,

-jk