[NTLUG:Discuss] agpgart versions

[al]

al wrote:
> 
> ok so I kept digging and found a single reference to something
> called "agpgart" deep in the hdwr accel 3D discussion
> on NTLUG.org by Chris Cox
> 
> so I went looking for it.....
> the only one I found is a src rpm for -Conectiva- linux
> I already did a rpm --rebuild and this went smoothly
> 
> but before I rpm-Uvh
> I want to know...
> will this rpm I have compiled work with my -Mandrake- Distro?
> and is this all I need for AGP access with 2.2.16 and XF3.3.6?
> 
ok, sorry for my ignorant ramblings guys.

I found a reference to agpgart being part of the GLX structure.
Am I right in thinking this means that if I want AGP access I must
use GLX..and all its limitations?

Or is agpgart something I can take advantage of with a normal
Glide/Mesa installation and my 2.2.16 kernel?


most humble appreciation
aal