In the X Window System, how do I properly display graphics on my workstation when running mathematical software on a different system?

Note: The X Window System has many possible configurations; the information below may not work on all terminals.

To display graphics when using the X Window System:

1. In your local window, add the name of the system that hosts the mathematical software (e.g., Quarry) as an xhost by entering the following at the Unix prompt: xhost +quarry
2. Log into the host system, and set DISPLAY to your workstation by entering the appropriate command for your shell at the Unix prompt:
   
   
   • For bash: export DISPLAY=stationname:0
   • For ksh and sh: DISPLAY=stationname:0;export DISPLAY
   • For csh and tcsh: setenv DISPLAY stationname:0

Matlab automatically detects X and creates pop-up windows for graphics. Maple and Mathematica also provide a complete X Window System interface in a separate window. You can invoke these with the commands xmaple and mathematica.

For more about statistical and mathematical software, email the UITS Stat/Math Center, visit the center's web page, or phone 812-855-4724 (IUB) or 317-278-4740 (IUPUI). The center is located in Bloomington at 410 N. Park Avenue, and is open for consultation by appointment Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

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