Flying Through Fractals with Xaos on Ubuntu Linux
Fractals have always held a certain sway over me; they’re a beautiful representation of math, with nearly limitless possibilities for learning and exploration. You can use the open source application Xaos to get acquainted with a diverse range of fractal functions, from the famous Mandelbrot set to less well-known examples. This package is available for Linux, MacOSX, and Windows operating systems.
This application is easily learned, and offers a rich set of tools for exploring the visual side of mathematics. Here’s a short video showing how easy it is to select different fractal functions and zoom and pan through them.
I hope you enjoy this application as much as I do; feel free to leave a comment below describing your favorite educational math application.
