Linux Mint is an excellent Linux distribution, especially for beginners. I like that it stays on the familiar Ubuntu/Debian front and yet it does several things better than Ubuntu. One of them is that it doesn’t push Snaps down my throat. However, I am not a fan of the Cinnamon desktop as I never really liked the Windows XP or 7’s default … [Read more...] about How to Install GNOME Desktop Environment in Linux Mint
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GNOME 43 to add ‘Device Security’ Settings with Secure Boot status & HSI Level
GNOME announced the first alpha for the next 43 stable series. See what’s new in this popular Linux desktop environments. GNOME is the default desktop environment for Ubuntu and Fedora Workstation, and optional for Debian, Arch Linux and so forth. The next v43 is planned for September 21, 2022. So far, it features new “Device Security” … [Read more...] about GNOME 43 to add ‘Device Security’ Settings with Secure Boot status & HSI Level
Firefox Snap Finally Support Installing Gnome Extensions in Ubuntu
The pre-installed Firefox browser in Ubuntu 22.04 finally to add back the ability to install Gnome Shell Extensions. As you may know, Firefox in Ubuntu 22.04 defaults to Snap package that runs in sandbox. It however lacks the feature to exchange messages with native applications. So, you’ll find that the password manager integration (e.g., … [Read more...] about Firefox Snap Finally Support Installing Gnome Extensions in Ubuntu
Install & Use GNOME Sushi to Quickly Preview Files in Ubuntu 22.04
Looking for ways to get quick look at your files in Ubuntu, Fedora, or other Linux with GNOME? Try Sushi file previewer! It’s a free open-source project present more than 10 years. I’ve almost forgotten about it, until I saw that Ubuntu desktop team proposed to install Sushi by default in 23.04 release GNOME Sushi runs as a DBus-activated … [Read more...] about Install & Use GNOME Sushi to Quickly Preview Files in Ubuntu 22.04
This Tool Allows to Customize Ubuntu 22.04 GNOME Desktop with Advanced Settings
Want to configure the top-bar, dock, overview and other Gnome shell components with more settings? Shell Configurator is now updated with GNOME 41 & 42 support. It’s an extension for add, remove, configure, and customize GNOME Shell with advanced settings. With it, you can: Select login into blank desktop, overview or app grid. … [Read more...] about This Tool Allows to Customize Ubuntu 22.04 GNOME Desktop with Advanced Settings
Easily Install & Manage Gnome Extensions in Ubuntu 22.04 via This App
Trying out different Gnome Extensions frequently? The new “Extension Manager” app is really a good choice to make life easier! We usually install extensions by browsing through the Gnome Extension website and using the on page on/off switch. Then, manage the settings via a separate ‘Extensions’ app. However, Ubuntu’s pre-installed Firefox does … [Read more...] about Easily Install & Manage Gnome Extensions in Ubuntu 22.04 via This App
How to Activate the Dark and Light Wallpaper Variants in GNOME 42
One of the main features in GNOME 42 is the availability of a dual tone wallpapers for dark and light mode. GNOME 42 features dark and light variants of wallpapers Basically, with this feature, if you select the light mode, the light version of the wallpaper is selected. When you switch to dark mode in GNOME, wallpaper changes to the dark … [Read more...] about How to Activate the Dark and Light Wallpaper Variants in GNOME 42
How to Get Back Previous GNOME Screenshot Tool in Ubuntu 22.04
Ubuntu 22.04 has a new in-shell screenshot UI for taking screenshots and recording desktop. The old default screenshot app (GNOME Screenshot) is no longer available out-of-the-box. For those somehow sticking to the old screenshot tool, here’s how to install it back and configure keyboard shortcuts in Ubuntu 22.04. old default Gnome Screenshot … [Read more...] about How to Get Back Previous GNOME Screenshot Tool in Ubuntu 22.04
KDE vs GNOME: What’s the Ultimate Linux Desktop Choice?
When it comes to Linux, the desktop environment is a big deal. A desktop environment makes up the graphical user interface (GUI) along with a set of applications that you get on your Linux distribution. You can go through our article explaining what a desktop environment is. Choosing a good desktop environment can help you improve … [Read more...] about KDE vs GNOME: What’s the Ultimate Linux Desktop Choice?
GNOME 42 Released! See What’s New in the Desktop of Ubuntu 22.04
GNOME 42 is out! The upcoming Ubuntu 22.04 LTS will take use it as the default desktop environment. If you’ve tried out the latest update of Ubuntu 22.04 development build, you should already see the brand new appearance of the GNOME desktop. It introduced the new ‘Appearance‘ settings page, with options to switch between Dark and Light mode. … [Read more...] about GNOME 42 Released! See What’s New in the Desktop of Ubuntu 22.04