Re: Console Color Depth (no X Server)

Arthaey Angosii <arthaey@yahoo.com> wrote:
>Is it possible to have a Linux console display more than 16 colors? I'm
>running RH8 on an old monitor that I've seen display Win98 in at least 256
>colors, so I know the hardware itself is capable of more color. Can the
>console support more (without an X server running)?
>
>If I need to give more details, please let me know what you need!
>
>TIA.

Perhaps you are looking for libsvga. Do a google search and
I'm sure you'll find more information.

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