Installing X11 on OS X Tiger (v10.4)
- Insert the OS X Tiger Install Disc (#1) that shipped with your Mac.
- In the Finder window that appears, scroll down and locate the icon labeled "Optional Installs" (or "Optional Installs.mpkg", depending on how you've configured your Mac). Double-click this icon to begin the installation.
- Click the "Continue" button on the following screen and proceed through the screens involving license agreements, installation location, and so on.
- When you reach the screen containing a large list of checkboxes and items to install, expand the "Applications" option and select "X11" near the bottom of the list.
- Click the "Upgrade" button, and enter your password if prompted.
- Wait for the installation to finish. When the installer informs you that the software was successfully installed, click the "Close" button.
- You're finished! To use the newly installed X11 software, go to Applications > Utilities and look for an icon labeled "X11".
Enjoy!
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