Re: FVWM: fvwm95/winNT look and feel differences

From: Kendrick Vargas <kvarga01_at_fiu.edu>
Date: Mon, 20 Apr 1998 22:33:50 -0400 (EDT)

On Mon, 20 Apr 1998, Schwarting, Irene S wrote:

> Isn't the idea for FVWM95 to look like WinNT?

although this isn't the fvwm95 list, I'll go with it.

> I'm working on developing a catalog of the differences between wvfm95 and NT,
> the aspects of the NT interface which *cannot* be implemented in a Unix
> environment. I am particularly interested in the "look and feel" differences
> which can induce user problems when the behavior of the environment does not

There really isn't ANYTHING that "cannot" be implemented in a Unix
environment. That's all left up to the software you're using. In fact,
most of the stuff that FVWM95 "cannot" do is better off being left undone.

> match expectations. For instance, why do you use Motif...what are the problems
> you find occurring because "FVWM95 and WinNT4.0 look just too much alike?" Any
> feedback would be appreciated. Respond privately, if there is interest I will
> compile the differences for the list.

Well,
        have you seen Xclass? It's a widget set (like motif is) that has
the win95 look/feel. Check out fox.unixville.com for more information.
Otherwise, motif is dead or at least should be. It costs too much and
there are better alternatives (Xclass, GTK, etc)
                        -peace

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