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Kernel, Shell Boots on DS Linux

Posted by CowboyNeal on from the pokemon-and-penguins dept.

mrseigen writes "According to dslinux.org, the Linux kernel successfully boots on the Nintendo DS along with a simple shell, sash. Input is done via the d-pad. How long until Netstumbler?" While maybe not the most practical platform, it's impressive on its technical merit.

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  1. Netstumbler? by mooosenix · · Score: 5, Informative
    How long until Netstumbler? A really long time, since it is closed source and a Windows application.

    Kismet? Definately! I would love to see that. Kismet on a DS would rock.

  2. Re:any chance by Viper_Viper · · Score: 5, Informative

    Correct me if I'm wrong, but that would be very usefull since the NDS does not play original gameboy games.