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Old 12-19-2002, 06:54 PM   #1
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Question X resolution

I have alot of problems configuring X windows. Is there a good way to change the resolution without changing the XF86config file???

One more thing, Is it me or is X windows very complicated and confusing.
 
Old 12-19-2002, 06:58 PM   #2
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it is complicated, yes. but you don't need to touch 99% of it. please search this site for basic guides on changeing the resolution for your distrobution.
 
Old 12-19-2002, 08:42 PM   #3
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If you have redhat try the command: "Xconfigurator", it´s veri simple this utility, good look
 
Old 12-19-2002, 08:50 PM   #4
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acid_kewpie -- I did not see a site to search, did you add a link


aigartua -- no I did not try Xconfigurator, but I did try 'XFree86 -configure'

I have no luck with X windows
 
  


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