Re: [Scottish] xbox linux (again)
Georgia Thomson wrote: not as far as i'm aware, playstation2 can run linux, but with a lot more work than is required for an xbox to do so. I'm sure someone got a PlayStation running some form of Linux or NetBSD (it's just a MIPS target after all) but it was hack city and they were the mayor. Installing Linux on an original-style PS2 is a snap compared to installing on an Xbox, it just requires a lot more cash :) -- _ __/| William Anderson | Brodie: The Force is strong with this one \`O_o' neuro at well dot com |Jay: Dude, don't encourage him =(_ _)= http://neuro.me.uk/ | -- Mallrats, (1995) U - Thhbt! GPG 0xFA5F1100 | ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] xbox linux (again)
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote on 26/10/2004 09:43:03: Georgia Thomson wrote: not as far as i'm aware, playstation2 can run linux, but with a lot more work than is required for an xbox to do so. I'm sure someone got a PlayStation running some form of Linux or NetBSD (it's just a MIPS target after all) but it was hack city and they were the mayor. Installing Linux on an original-style PS2 is a snap compared to installing on an Xbox, it just requires a lot more cash :) Given that it was an official Sony product, it should have been easier http://www.us.playstation.com/peripherals.aspx?id=SCPH-97047 It came with some extra hardware, but it appears the software was significantly crippled -- _ __/| William Anderson | Brodie: The Force is strong with this one \`O_o' neuro at well dot com |Jay: Dude, don't encourage him =(_ _)= http://neuro.me.uk/ | -- Mallrats, (1995) U - Thhbt! GPG 0xFA5F1100 | ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
RE: [Scottish] xbox linux (again)
Can a PS One be used ? Original Message: - From: Georgia Thomson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 14 Oct 2004 20:04:32 +0100 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Scottish] xbox linux (again) ok, its getting to the time of year people start thinkign about christmas pressies. for those of you getting xboxes for christmas, or just because, i am still interested in running an xbox linux workshop early in the new year. primarily it will be talking people through the actual modification (hardware / software) of their individual xbox, and the installation of a basix linux system onto it. I may also take it a little further and offtopic for those interested in things such as xbox media player / center, though people will have to supply their own software for those modifications. (i can point you in the right direction, but nothing more) replies to the list please, if interested or want mroe information. all welcome, the more the merrier, especially since i think a minimum of 8 xboxes would be required to make it worthwhile for all in attendance. regards Georgia ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish mail2web - Check your email from the web at http://mail2web.com/ . ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] xbox linux (again)
not as far as i'm aware, playstation2 can run linux, but with a lot more work than is required for an xbox to do so. regards Georgia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can a PS One be used ? Original Message: - From: Georgia Thomson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 14 Oct 2004 20:04:32 +0100 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Scottish] xbox linux (again) ok, its getting to the time of year people start thinkign about christmas pressies. for those of you getting xboxes for christmas, or just because, i am still interested in running an xbox linux workshop early in the new year. primarily it will be talking people through the actual modification (hardware / software) of their individual xbox, and the installation of a basix linux system onto it. I may also take it a little further and offtopic for those interested in things such as xbox media player / center, though people will have to supply their own software for those modifications. (i can point you in the right direction, but nothing more) replies to the list please, if interested or want mroe information. all welcome, the more the merrier, especially since i think a minimum of 8 xboxes would be required to make it worthwhile for all in attendance. regards Georgia ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish mail2web - Check your email from the web at http://mail2web.com/ . ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
RE: [Scottish] xbox linux (again)
Count me in. P -- Peter George CIW CI Training Manager Net Resources Ltd 26 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AL T: 0131 477 7127 F: 0131 477 7126 http://www.netresources.co.uk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Georgia Thomson Sent: Thu 10/14/2004 20:04 To: SLUG-list Subject: [Scottish] xbox linux (again) ok, its getting to the time of year people start thinkign about christmas pressies. for those of you getting xboxes for christmas, or just because, i am still interested in running an xbox linux workshop early in the new year. primarily it will be talking people through the actual modification (hardware / software) of their individual xbox, and the installation of a basix linux system onto it. I may also take it a little further and offtopic for those interested in things such as xbox media player / center, though people will have to supply their own software for those modifications. (i can point you in the right direction, but nothing more) replies to the list please, if interested or want mroe information. all welcome, the more the merrier, especially since i think a minimum of 8 xboxes would be required to make it worthwhile for all in attendance. regards Georgia ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] xbox linux (again)
Sounds good :D Id go L8tr Charles McCrimmon (Specis) Georgia Thomson wrote: ok, its getting to the time of year people start thinkign about christmas pressies. for those of you getting xboxes for christmas, or just because, i am still interested in running an xbox linux workshop early in the new year. primarily it will be talking people through the actual modification (hardware / software) of their individual xbox, and the installation of a basix linux system onto it. I may also take it a little further and offtopic for those interested in things such as xbox media player / center, though people will have to supply their own software for those modifications. (i can point you in the right direction, but nothing more) replies to the list please, if interested or want mroe information. all welcome, the more the merrier, especially since i think a minimum of 8 xboxes would be required to make it worthwhile for all in attendance. regards Georgia ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
Re: [Scottish] xbox linux (again)
Sounds good to me. Just need to try to get hold of a box. AndyP On Thu, 2004-10-14 at 20:04, Georgia Thomson wrote: ok, its getting to the time of year people start thinkign about christmas pressies. for those of you getting xboxes for christmas, or just because, i am still interested in running an xbox linux workshop early in the new year. primarily it will be talking people through the actual modification (hardware / software) of their individual xbox, and the installation of a basix linux system onto it. I may also take it a little further and offtopic for those interested in things such as xbox media player / center, though people will have to supply their own software for those modifications. (i can point you in the right direction, but nothing more) replies to the list please, if interested or want mroe information. all welcome, the more the merrier, especially since i think a minimum of 8 xboxes would be required to make it worthwhile for all in attendance. regards Georgia ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish ___ Scottish mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mailman.lug.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/scottish
