Quantum Raiders Forum

[codemaster]

Rumors have circulated recently that the Wii might run Linux. For anyone who has used Linux, this might be very exciting. For the rest of you who have not, this means that you might be able to add extensive plugins or programs that are "homebrew" (such as homebrew games, modifications to games, etc.).

Time will only tell, but nonetheless it would be very, very awesome.

[David]

YAY GO LINUX!!! woohoo!

finally a console that has brains.

[orphen_theforsakken]

PS3 is going to have linux here R some info on it

Terra Soft Solutions, a privately held corporation who deals with Yellow Dog Linux OS on 970, POWER5, and Cell based systems confirmed that their newest version of YD (Yellow Dog), version 5.0, will be compatible with the PlayStation 3.

Terrs Soft also states that all the available applications included in the previous version of Yellow Dog Linux, v4.1, will be included in v5.0 along with newer unannounced applications. It has yet to be confirmed if the PS3 will sport these programs but if it does, here is a list of what you can expect:

- mol : Virtual machine capable of running Mac OS and Mac OS X
- mozilla : Web browser and mail reader
- squirrelmail : SquirrelMail webmail client
- festival : A free speech synthesizer
- gphoto2 : Software for accessing digital cameras

We should hear from Sony soon on what all will be available on the PS3. Until then you can get more info here at Terra Soft's website.

And I hope the Wii has some it would ruck big time

[codemaster]

From what I hear, it's kinda restricted/nerfed a bit on the PS3, but I can't say since I haven't used it (and for $600, I don't think I will be for a while).

Nonetheless, Linux on any console is nice as it assists greatly in homebrew and custom applications.

[orphen_theforsakken]

very true and with the that in mind let it all be known that linux is the BOMB!!