Can I Use STK and ODTK on Linux?

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QuestionCan I use STK and ODTK on Linux?
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Yes, you can run STK and ODTK on Linux, through two different options.

For some background, STK and ODTK are both Windows-based applications. The user interface is built with Windows-compliant features that Linux systems do not support. This means that you cannot use STK and ODTK on Linux systems right out of the box. 

Emulation

One option for running STK or ODTK on Linux is to emulate Windows using a native application. An example of a Linux Windows emulator is Parallels on Mac. Emulating Windows on Linux has some limitations, such as limited support for graphics cards. Linux users who need the user interface of STK or ODTK should employ an emulator.

Native
 
The second option for running STK or ODTK on Linux is to use the STK Engine or ODTK Runtime options, natively in the Linux environment. Both STK Engine and ODTK Runtime are GUI-less versions of the tools, designed for you to access them programmatically. This enables you to use your software development resources to build a custom interface tailored to the tasks and workflows specific to your needs. This is a powerful capability in an operational environment. You can build a purpose-driven interface, but it does need development resources. Linux users who can programmatically operate STK or ODTK should use the Engine or Runtime option.

You can learn more about using STK or ODTK on Linux through these information links:
• Which Operating Systems Support Different Versions of STK
- The article lists several versions of Linux; the asterisk indicates these are STK Engine only.
• Is STK Supported on a MAC?
This article has some tips that apply to both Mac and the Windows emulator.
• Develop Custom Applications Using the STK Engine
This is in the STK Programming online help.
• ODTK Runtime System Requirements
This is in the online ODTK Help.
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