X Message Daemon overlays message graphics on your X display.
If you're looking for a customizable software that overlays graphical messages on your X display, X Message Daemon may be just what you need. With this software, you have the ability to choose parameters like color, font, icon, and duration to ensure that your messages are presented exactly how you want them.
One of the key benefits of X Message Daemon is that it comes with a frontend Perl daemon and client, making it easy to use and navigate. To install the software, simply follow three straightforward steps: configure, make, and install. After installation, you'll want to customize the configuration to suit your needs by editing the /usr/local/share/Xmsgd/etc/msgmaild.conf file.
Once you've installed and configured X Message Daemon to your liking, you can start using it for basic functions like tailing your /var/log/messages. By running the command "tail -f /var/log/messages | msgclient.pl &", you can ensure that you receive messages and alerts as they happen.
Overall, X Message Daemon is an excellent tool for anyone who wants to have more control over the messages that appear on their X display. Whether you're tailing logs, monitoring system performance, or simply looking for a way to display custom messages throughout your workday, X Message Daemon has you covered.
One of the key benefits of X Message Daemon is that it comes with a frontend Perl daemon and client, making it easy to use and navigate. To install the software, simply follow three straightforward steps: configure, make, and install. After installation, you'll want to customize the configuration to suit your needs by editing the /usr/local/share/Xmsgd/etc/msgmaild.conf file.
Once you've installed and configured X Message Daemon to your liking, you can start using it for basic functions like tailing your /var/log/messages. By running the command "tail -f /var/log/messages | msgclient.pl &", you can ensure that you receive messages and alerts as they happen.
Overall, X Message Daemon is an excellent tool for anyone who wants to have more control over the messages that appear on their X display. Whether you're tailing logs, monitoring system performance, or simply looking for a way to display custom messages throughout your workday, X Message Daemon has you covered.
What's New
Version 0.6.5: N/A