Date: 25 Jul 2006 11:03:29
From: Uncle Bob
Subject: Linux astro software: KStars planetarium and observatory control program.
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Greetings, my brothers and sisters!
I just wanted to share my favorable impression of the marvelous KStars
program, which is freely distributed to members of the Linux community.
The project web page is here:
http://edu.kde.org/kstars/
There is a link for downloading the latest version there.
Some of the features include an AAVSO light curve generator,
altitude vs time plotter, astronomical calculator, a "what's up tonight"
doohickey, charting software and ASCOM compliant telescope and
observatory control.
I think it is an improvement over Cartes du Ciel, has a more realistic
and informative display and is more feature rich.
It is certainly worth investigating if you are so blessed as to be a
Linux user.
I especially like the feature that allows you to click on an object and
download HST, SEDS, DSS images.
It is really amazing how a community of developers can pull together and
produce such a product for free.
Thanks to them for their generosity.
Clear Skies!
Uncle Bob
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