Miguel Freitas: Multiple local XFree users under Linux

[ Linux Today reader Miguel Freitas writes: ]

"This text describes how to modify XFree86 to get two (or more) people using a single Linux computer simultaneously. They just need 2 keyboards, 2 mice, 2 video cards and 2 monitors to get their independent desktops running."

"It may represent major savings for home users, educational institutions and companies. Internet connectivity is shared between users and administration, maintenance and upgrade costs can also be greatly reduced."

"Besides, it's very cool! :-)"

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