Ubuntu 11.10 share desktop in Webex

Question

I realize that Webex does not support Ubuntu 11, however I have a website running on my machine that I need to demo for a client and he will use webex. I need to be able to use the "share desktop" feature to do this. Is there any dependable way (gksudo, java installation, browser, anything) that lets you share your desktop?

I don't care if the audio crashes since we talk on the phone, and it's okay if it cuts out from time to time -- I just need him to be able to see it.

Alternatively, is there an easy way for me to switch to an ubuntu version that will allow me to share my desktop?

Answer 1

You could try ScreenLeap, which seems to have a very low setup overhead (it just downloads and runs a Java applet).

Answer 2

So I've struggled with this for years, and finally have a solution.

1. Install Ubuntu 32-bit. 64-bit simply won't work with Cisco's Webex Java plugin. I fought this for years, and finally gave up. I installed Ubuntu into a VM using [testdrive][1].
2. sudo apt-get install icedtea-6-plugin
3. Join a Webex and have fun sharing your desktop!