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Date: Tue, 20 Sep 2005 22:55:21 -0400 (EDT)
From: Christopher Prest <christopher.prest@rogers.com>
Subject: Re: In-kernel graphics subsystem
To: Athar Hameed <06020051@lums.edu.pk>
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I would say no.  Maybe a better idea would be to
extend the current OpenGL lib and provide an API layer
for creating a set of rich graphics functionality in
"regular" applications.  I.e. 3d charts, buttons, 3d
form space ?

Just a suggestion.


--- Athar Hameed <06020051@lums.edu.pk> wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> We are a group of three undergrad CS students,
> almost ready to start our senior project. We have
> this idea of integrating a graphics subsystem with
> the kernel and doing away with the X server. We are
> not really sure if this is a wise thing to do. It
> hasn't been done before. Your comments on this idea
> will be very helpful.
> 
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Athar
> Shery
> Kazi
> 
> P.S. We are not subscribed to the lklm. Kindly CC
> your replies to 06020051@lums.edu.pk
> 
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