[ale] Running Windows programs on Linux (with sound support)

[Geoffrey]

John Wells wrote:

<snip>

> I spoke with the director the first day and he's open to switching to
> alternatives next semester, but I still need the Power Point/IE support
> this semester.

I'd question the need for IE to determine that it is something specific 
to IE.

> 
> That being said, I'll take any suggestions from you guys to him.  We're
> currently using two programs...Tegrity and Interwise.  I think they
> really only need something that provides video, audio, slides, 2-way
> communication, and text chat.  Something that works well on both
> platforms will probably fly.  However, I think we need a real solution,
> not a hack (unless it's a very creative one ;)).

You might check out vic for video/audio stuff.  Slides, can be done by 
Applixware, although that cost $$, I don't know about open office.  Does 
it have to be 'compatible' with Powerpoint, or just a slide generating 
program.  With a bit of javascript, you can do slides with any browser.

What about vmware?  They used to have a student price.

> 
> John
> 
> 
> On Sat, 2002-08-24 at 21:26, Geoffrey wrote:
> 
>>I think it's rediculous that at that level, the define the tools you'll 
>>use.  You should be able to do what ever is necessary without supporting 
>>a convicted criminal (M$).
>>
>>John Wells wrote:
>>
>>>Guys,
>>>
>>>I start class Monday for a remote masters degree at Kennesaw, and one of
>>>the requirements is to have a pc headset with a microphone (for
>>>interaction during class).
>>>
>>>Unfortunately, one of the pieces of software they use requires IE and
>>>Powerpoint.  I have Win4Lin 3.0, so I thought I had this covered.  Got
>>>my pc headset in from Amazon this morning and plugged it up, only to
>>>find Win4Lin 3 doesn't support sound input...only output.
>>>
>>>So, was wondering if anyone had any ideas.  I really don't want to have
>>>to go back to a dual boot.  If anyone out there is using Win4lin *4.0*,
>>>or Codeweavers' Crossover Office, could you check if sound recording is
>>>supported under either?
>>>
>>>Thanks!
>>>
>>>John
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
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>>
>>-- 
>>Until later: Geoffrey		esoteric at 3times25.net
>>
>>I didn't have to buy my radio from a specific company to listen
>>to FM, why doesn't that apply to the Internet (anymore...)?
>>
> 
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Until later: Geoffrey		esoteric at 3times25.net

I didn't have to buy my radio from a specific company to listen
to FM, why doesn't that apply to the Internet (anymore...)?


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