Java Desktop for X Window is a completely Java-oriented desktop for X. It is aimed at Java users and developers who desire a truly Java friendly desktop that supports both native and Java applications on Linux.
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This verrsion supports both JDK 1.4 and 1.5 (JDK
5) and Xorg 6.8.2. The binary version released is
compiled for JDK 1.5 (JDK 5). New features
include hot key support and many bugfixes.
However, Swing's single thread model has been
known to cause performance problems in this
release when running multiple Java applications.
This version supports both JDK 1.4 or 1.5 (JDK 5).
The binary version is compiled for JDK 1.5 (JDK
5). New features include drag and drop support,
multiple taskbars, utility applets, and more. GUI
device mounting support has been added on the
desktop. This version should be simpler to use,
with a much richer set of features than the
previous versions.
This version is more stable and includes lots of UI
improvements. It features grid snapping for components.
This release is network enabled, and has better configuration
tools, 11 different look and feel selections, 10 different
frame decoration selections, and the ability for all
components to fit into the taskbar.
