As gaming under Linux
often means using Windows compatibility
software, it's great to see game clients being ported to run natively. Virtual world Second Life is known
for exploring new ideas and setting trends, and so the news that its Linux client is in a semi-workable state is
definitely welcome.Cory Linden reports that a recent demonstration of the Linux client
worked "flawlessly", despite numerous potential sources of trouble, so hopefully a release candidate will be
available soon; there's also a mailing list if you want a first look at the client. Of all modern MMOs, Second
Life--which features its own scripting language for nearly full control over the world--certainly has the
potential to appeal to tech-savvy Linux users, and this move may help more developers consider porting their games to
Linux too.
