How do I run remote X Applications from the shell servers on my MS Windows computer on the LCSEE network?
If you are using Windows computer that is connected to the LCSEE network and want to run an X application from the shell servers, such as the graphical version of emacs, follow the instructions below. First, download and install Cygwin from http://www.cygwin.com While configuring Cygwin, be sure to select XFree86 and OpenSSH when you are choosing packages to install. After installation, open a Cygwin Bash Prompt by double clicking the Cygwin Icon. Startup X by typing ‘xwin -multiwindow &’ at the cygwin shell. Set your DISPLAY by typing ‘export DISPLAY=:0’ at the cygwin shell. Login to the shell servers via SSH. Be sure to use the -X option to allow the X connection to tunnel thorough SSH. Type ‘ssh -X username@shell.csee.wvu.edu’ at the cygwin prompt. Run your favorite X application, such as emacs, and it should appear on your Windows Desktop.
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