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Old 03-23-2006
Question Can you use linux apps on unix

I know its a stupid question... but i cant find anyone that will host on linux for the prices i want. I want to host a game server
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Old 03-23-2006
You can recompile the source if you find a port for something.

For example, there are versions of most of the GNU apps for most common UNIX platforms.

If you mean "binary compatible" - no.
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Old 03-31-2006
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