Ubuntu Gutsy AMD64 Beta

[Liam Proven]

On 04/10/2007, GNUbie <gnubie at gmail.com> wrote:
> Hello all,
>
> I have several questions pertaining the subject matter.  It is currently
> running on my PC but I have a confusion on how to fix some problems.  My PC
> comes with the following hardware specifications:

> My monitor is connected to my NVidia GeForce 7600GT AGP via DVI interface.
>
> My questions are:
>
> [1] What packages do I need to install to fully work the NVidia GLX?  That
> means, I prefer to use the proprietary NVidia driver for my PC.  Currently,
> it's using VESA.

I am not sure if they're in the Ubuntu repositories, but nVidia do
offer a 64-bit version of their Linux driver - it's here:
http://www.nvidia.com/object/unix.html

> [2] How will I set the screen to 1440x900 mode?  Currently, it's using
> 1024x768 mode.

Once you have the "nvidia" driver installed instead of the FOSS "nv"
one, this should be easy.

> [3] How will I convert my Gnome desktop to a 3D environment?  That means, my
> Gnome environment will run with Compiz+Fusion.

Same answer as for #2!


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