Besides providing an uptodate version of the kde desktop at the time of the release, the project also releases updated kde packages throughout the lifetime of each release. So i have this old laptop that is more than 10 years old with 1gb ram, 60gb hdd, an integrated intel graphics card and some intel core duo processor. If you havent sampled the kde computing experience for a while, you really should give this release a spin. The k desktop environment kde is probably the most popular interface for linux. Built on ubuntus core and polished with kde s applications and. I cover a bunch of topics on this video, each topic could arguably be its own video. I distrohopped for a while, but always find myself returning to kubuntu because i can do all the things i need to do. Some of the packages we distribute are under the gpl. Linux mint is ranked 1st while kubuntu is ranked 5th. It is possible to run both the kde desktop kubuntu desktop as well as the gnome.
For a very long time, ubuntu was considered the distro of choice by most linux enthusiasts, but it has currently been surpassed by linux. They are both quite userfriendly and for the linux newbie, you couldnt be wrong choosing either. Kubuntu is a free, userfriendly linux distribution based on kde s desktop software and on the ubuntu operating system. I really like the mint start menu, which is probably the best ive ever seen. What are the best linux distributions for kde plasma 5. Captivatingly beautiful is one to describe kubuntu 18. In this video, we look at how to install kde plasma on linux mint 19. Releases announcements with download links and checksums. If you like to customize your desktop, this would be a good choice. Ubuntu is the base for linux mint, so ubuntu is always one step ahead.
I have not yet begun to use vp8 but mint plays everything i throw at it. Jan 16, 2017 k desktop environment is a completely different desktop environment for ubuntu, and it brings a much more familiar, and friendly interface to linux. Dec 07, 2019 linux mint, the most popular linux distribution is recommended by almost all linux users for newbies. I like kde but somebody told me once it is getting outdated or something.
Apr 17, 2014 do you think mint kde 17, when available, will have a better range of codecs semiillegal than kubuntu 14. And now, linux mint has aligned itself with the twoyear longterm support lts release cycle of ubuntu. Kubuntu is a free, userfriendly linux distribution based on kdes desktop. Similarly, linux mint also has a separate entry in settings for. For customers who cant upgrade immediately, canonical is offering extended security support for ubuntu advantage customers, more info about which can be found here. Kde these days is impressively lean on memory and in my experience, this 700 mib something memory consumption is quite usual for gnome 3 based desktop environments. I enjoy having a so called start button and apps and things in a menu system. Kde neon is ranked 46th while kubuntu is ranked 59th. The kdebased flavor is sporting the spangly new plasma 5. When comparing kubuntu vs kde neon, the slant community recommends kde neon for most people. Built on ubuntus core and polished with kdes applications and. Linux mint 18 will receive security updates until 2021. Some have even argued that kde offers a more familiar experience than unity for those coming away from windows.
Is kde just a desktop environment compatible with anything or no. This download is an iso file and requires a cd burner and blank cd to burn the disc image. Youll have to look at places to download the zipped themes file and then install it. When the kde is installed with ubuntu, it is known as kubuntu and provides an extremely customizable user experience that is reminiscent of the windows 7 platform. My thoughts on linux mint 19, ubuntu, kubuntu and ubuntu mate. The kubuntu community is proud to announce the release of 12. Lots of tweaks are available around the desktop like widgets, screenlets, etc. This means that ubuntu and linux mint will be different by the time the next lts release becomes available. But thanks to the kubuntu team, we now have a kde edition. Open terminal and run the following commands to install kde plasma 5. When comparing kubuntu vs linux mint, the slant community recommends linux mint for most people. Built on ubuntus core and polished with kdes applications and workspaces, kubuntu 12.
You get all the kde plasma 5 default applications just as you do on kubuntu 18. But gnome really sux for vertical panels taskbars in latin based languages. Linux mint is free of charge thanks to your donations and adverts on the website and we hope youll enjoy it. If you want to access their source code you can use the aptget source command. So, if you want to change your default ubuntu desktop environment, here is how you can install kde plasma 5. It is possible to run both the kde desktop kubuntudesktop as well as the gnome. It also offers a set of best gnome extensions which increases the functionality of the system. I made live usb using linux mint image writer and booted it up on my preferred test laptop, asus k55vm. Until 2018, future versions of linux mint will use the same package base as linux mint 18, making it trivial for people to upgrade. The website for linux mint was hacked in 2016 and its download links led to a modified iso, which.
Well, new users are probably wondering what all this kde thing is. In the questionwhat are the best linux distributions for desktops. Kubuntu unites ubuntu with kde and the fabulous plasma desktop. How to install kde plasma on linux mint 19 youtube. My thoughts on linux mint 19, ubuntu, kubuntu and ubuntu mate 18. Jun 29, 2018 linux mint 19 is just about put but it may not be as polis. How to install kde desktop environment on linux mint 19 tara. Rocks updated january 5, 2019 if youre looking for a new linux distro for your desktop, then you must have stumbled upon linux mint and ubuntu. Linux mint vs lubuntu for an old laptop ive heard many great things about this os and ive decided that i want to try it out before getting on my main desktop. Ubuntu is the most popular linux distribution on personal computers and linux mint is the second most popular. Expect to see a more stable desktop and the latest core kde software. Jul 22, 20 kubuntu is a solid, responsive linux distribution for anyone running ubuntucapable hardware. Linux mint is an ubuntubased distribution whose goal is to provide a classic desktop experience with many convenient, custom tools and optional. Now on to my main question what is the difference between kubuntu and linux mint kde.
The kde plasma desktop environment is known for its pointandclick configuration options. Watch the video below, download the iso and try kubuntu today. No more package updates, including security updates, will be accepted to the 12. Even though mint is based on ubuntu which in turn is based on debian, their interface and default applications have become increasingly differe. And despite its differences from ubuntu proper, kubuntu users can rely on much of the same knowledge they may have gained from using ubuntu.
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