On 2018-06-18 08:32 AM, Jaromil wrote:
yay. Today also distrowatch has published a pretty realistic review of our desktop. something to learn there.
The install would have given a more Debian-esque picture if it had been carried out from other than the "Live" media.
As for the coherence of the Desktop, I can definitely see the point, but it is a fine line to walk, one persons complete is another's bloated.
As a Linux user for over two decades I don't think twice about adding the applications I want and dumping the ones I don't, Synaptic is very handy for this kind of weeding. On the other hand as simple as it seems perhaps my frame of reference is far removed from that of a new user.
I note that antiX, the Debian-based systemd-free distant cousin, has a relatively simple pick and choose software installer which runs apt in the background in a shell to cover various common choices after the initial install. I think this is a standalone item, but also forms part of their Control Centre. Maybe such a setup might be examined as a possible way to help break-in the newbies and possibly smooth things out, without adding much bloat up front. Click and I've got Thunderbird! IMO it is worth a look.
Whatever, the rise of Devuan is outstanding and reflects the accomplishment of those involved.
Resistance was not futile. Congratulations to all. Clarke _______________________________________________ Dng mailing list Dng@lists.dyne.org https://mailinglists.dyne.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/dng
