Would a new video card fix my slow java?

[nbob]

Hello. I'm running Ubuntu in a dual-boot setup with windows xp. I have a 2 GHz processor and 1.3 GB of RAM. For video, I have an on-board Intel graphics controller: 82845G/GL. The problem I'm experiencing is mediocre performance on java applications (namely, pogo games).

Could I see a performance improvement if I bought a NVidia Graphics Card? I've heard that they work well with Linux. I've been told that the main reason for my sluggishness is probably a misconfigured graphics controller, which is a common problem with Intel graphics controllers.

[Rubberman]

Hello. I'm running Ubuntu in a dual-boot setup with windows xp. I have a 2 GHz processor and 1.3 GB of RAM. For video, I have an on-board Intel graphics controller: 82845G/GL. The problem I'm experiencing is mediocre performance on java applications (namely, pogo games).

Could I see a performance improvement if I bought a NVidia Graphics Card? I've heard that they work well with Linux. I've been told that the main reason for my sluggishness is probably a misconfigured graphics controller, which is a common problem with Intel graphics controllers.

Well, it wouldn't hurt, but Java itself is no barn burner for many applications. However, since you are running what are likely video-intensive games, then an nvidia card will serve you well. It definitely makes a huge difference in full-motion video applications.

[nbob]

Thanks. I've heard that from a couple of different people now. Java has its issues. I might try buying a video card on ebay and see if that improves things.

[Rubberman]

You can get a nice nVidia card for well under $100 USD if you don't want to bother with the high-end power-hungry models. Don't bother with eBay. Go to Buy.com and get something like a PNY card from a reputable dealer with a rational returns policy.