Boot up in CLI, setting up X, add hotkeys (Mandriva 2008).
 

I am wondering how I can boot up (not necessarily permanent) in a CLI.

I have tried init 3, it works, but I cannot use any programs that require X (Opera, Quadkonsole, Konsole etc). I have tried startx, but that prompt me into KDE. Is it possible to have both or should I continue using a lightweigt gui?

Also, is it possible to change the font color like in Konsole?


I also tried starting in Safe mode, but that will not allow me to use hotkeys to swap between programs or close them.


I don't need completely detailed answer(s), but some links, tips & hints would be really appreciated.


I'm still a little new to GNU/Linux, but I feel more comforable in CLI now and want to learn it to it's full extent.


Sorry if this is the wrong place to post this.


Thanks in advance.

--C

WARNING: Following these instruction will cause your graphical login to stop working.

On Ubuntu, you can use

On RedHat and Fedora Core, you can use

GUI programs (like Opera, Quadkonsole, Konsole) need a window manager. If you want to run those programs and use the CLI, just open a terminal (Konsole).

Hmm, I guess IceWM, Fluxbox and the like will have to do then. Might check out Hackedbox.

Thanks for clearing that up.


--C

If you want the absolute minimum in your window manager, you might want to try ratpoison. It is a window manager that does not support the mouse. You use keyboard keys to navigate everything (even web browsing).

Thank you. I will check this out soon.


--C