What are the various linux desktops environments and how do they compare? (piefed.zip)

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Please mention their features and where they’re based out of

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[-] heliotrope@retrofed.com 3 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

Well, yes; after all, I have been able to modify even proprietary software to fit my own preferences; but it's clear (and also explicitly stated) that it's supposed to be used mostly as-it-comes.

I can't say I've tried Niri or PaperWM before, but if they're based on GNOME then maybe I'm being a little harsh.

Thanks for the complements!

[-] OUwUO@programming.dev 2 points 1 week ago

I definitely agree with you on GNOME being rather opinionated. Perhaps more so than most other DEs.

Anyhow, thanks again for appreciating my input and compliments!

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