2. Software

Software Section

2.1. Collections

Here are some links to collections and other indexes of Linux astronomy software.

If the above does not appeal to your needs, these links may help:

2.2. Planetarium Programs

Here is discussion of programs which run on Linux for use in finding objects, natural and man-made, in the sky.

2.3. Portable and Handheld Applications

The advance of palm computers has taken hold. Linux has made its way to this realm.

2.4. Simulators

Programs that classify themselves as simulators.

2.5. Image Processing

2.6. Mathematics

2.7. Sun and Moon

A surprising number of applications deal with just the Sun and Moon.

2.8. Libraries

This section discusses bits and pieces of software that can be used to form the basis for specialized projects.

2.9. Games

Yes, games.

2.10. Other

Every list needs a miscellaneous section, and this is it for Software.