I have a Mac PowerPC 8500/120 that I have networked with a Linux box (S.u.S.E.
Linux 5.2) and an old Mac IIci running NetBSD/mac68k. Right now I have them
networked on a standard TCP/IP network, and I communicate between the Mac and
the other two machines using telnet and MI/X. It is possible, however, to set
the Mac and Linux machine up in an AppleTalk-like networking scheme using
Netatalk. There was an article on this in the January '98 issue of the Linux
Journal, which describes how to set it up. I have not used it yet, but I am
thinking of trying it soon myself. Particularly if it is possible to print from
the Linux box to a printer attached to the Mac.
There is also an option in the kernel source to compile with AppleTalk
compatability. Haven't tried it yet either. Soon.
If you can't find a copy of Linux Journal, drop me an email. We'll work
something out.
Karel Bemelmans was kind enough to write:
>[This is a re-send, because the first posting didn't make it to the list.
>If it did make it, please let me know...]
>
>Hello,
>
>At home, I have a Mac LC630 (no PowerPc, so no mklinux :( ) and a PC
>running Linux. I'm planning to setup a network between them. The goal is
>to have a local network where the Linux pc is connected to the net and is
>setup so that the Mac also can get on the net. What do I need to
>do/read/buy to get this running ? (I'm realy new at this stuff, so I don't
>know where to start looking)
>
>If possible, I would also like to be able to use my Apple Laserwriter from
>the Linux box. Is there anyone that has done (kinda) the same thing and
>has some tips for me how to do it ?
>
>Thanks in advance,
>
> Karel Bemelmans
> Narfum Inc. System Administrator
>
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>
Cheers,
Sean.
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