True3D*Shell

True3D*Shell is this really cool open-source 3D desktop environment. Imagine browsing in a virtual reality universe where everything is organized into 'bubbles' that are connected by 'pipes'. Sounds fun, right? It works on POSIX, Win32, FreeGLUT, OpenGL, and MQ4CPP, and it can run on IA32 and IA64 SMP platforms.

Explore Files Like Never Before!

With True3D*Shell, you can easily browse both local and remote filesystems. You can even download and run selected files! Plus, there's a robot mode that lets you browse automatically. No more tedious searching!

Awesome Features of True3D*Shell

Here are some key features:

• Shell: This gives you access to kernel services.


• Desktop Environment: Enjoy a graphical user interface (GUI) that makes operating your computer easy.


• Avatar: Create fantastic representations of yourself as you explore the virtual universe.


• Virtual Reality: Interact with the virtual environment using your keyboard, mouse, or even fancy multimodal devices!


• MVC Paradigm: This separates the data model, user interface, and control logic into three parts for better organization.


• Multithreading: Run multiple tasks at once without slowing down your computer.


• Grid Computing: Use many networked computers to boost computing power across a parallel setup.


• MOM Paradigms: Message Oriented Middleware helps different applications talk to each other using asynchronous messages instead of just requests.

Your System Needs

The requirements include:

• OpenGL: Usually included in OS distributions.


• FreeGLUT: This is an OpenGL Utility Toolkit that helps write OpenGL programs without being tied to any window system.


• A middleware called MQ4CPP: This implements distributed messaging between threads for better communication.

The Latest Updates!

If you're wondering what's new in this release, here are the highlights:

• This version integrates the DOTCONFPP project for handling configuration files along with LIB3DS for Autodesk file management.


• You can now load meshes from .3DS files during startup from textures in .BMP 24-bit RGB format!


• Customization has never been easier! Just use the "-f" option at startup to specify your config file!