[kde-linux] Trying to install kde 3.5.1

[Rod Butcher]

Harley Halsey wrote:
> Hi,
>    I am trying to install KDE3.5.1 on Slackware 10.1. I have downloaded 
> all of the parts and ./configure'd arts and kdelibs first with 
> --prefix=/opt/kde. But, once I restart and type in 'startx' all I get is 
> a terminal window in the top left corner with no File menu or anything. 
> I am able to run graphical applications from the command line, but I get 
> no KDE interface. Any suggestions?
quick fix is to run kdm from the linux logon instead of startx
you may have to run it as /opt/bin?kdm or wherever you put it
> 
>  Thanks,
>     harls
> 
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