Overview

In the Linux environment, MindStudio Insight can be used in local mode or forwarding mode.

• Local mode

  In local mode, the server running the Linux OS is directly connected to an external monitor. The tool GUI is displayed on the OS desktop, which is similar to the scenario where a local Windows host is connected to a monitor. In this scenario, there is no delay of the tool GUI.

• Forwarding mode

  If no Linux server is available locally, you can connect to a remote Linux server and use X11, VNC, or xRDP to forward the desktop or software GUI on the remote Linux server to the local PC. For example, the application GUI on the Linux server is displayed on the local Windows desktop. You can use the forwarding capability of MindStudio Insight to implement GUI forwarding on the Linux server, which is convenient for developers. However, compared with the local mode, the forwarding mode is affected by network performance and may cause network delay. As a result, suspension may occur during tool installation and use.

This document describes the X11 and VNC forwarding modes. Developers can select one forwarding mode according to the actual situation. For details, see Table 1. To install and use MindStudio Insight in forwarding mode, install the forwarding mode and software dependencies. For details, see Installation Forwarding Mode and Dependency.

The VNC forwarding mode is recommended, which provides a smoother experience.

Table 1 Forwarding modes

Forwarding Mode	Network Delay	Security	Remarks
X11	Relatively high	The underlying layer is based on the SSH.	It is mostly used in local area networks with good network conditions.
VNC	Relatively low	By default, the TCP protocol is used. You can use SSH to ensure secure access.	It is more widely used and can be used on cross-city networks and VPN networks.