MakeUseOf - KDE Plasma

SteamOS Used to Run GNOME: 6 Reasons Why KDE Plasma Makes Sense

Bertel King — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 21:45:17 GMT

The version of SteamOS that first came with the Steam Deck wasn't Valve's first attempt at making a Linux distro. It was actually version 3.

KDE Delivers Plasma 5.27 Valentine

David Delony — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 23:11:28 GMT

The KDE Community has announced the release of version 5.17 of its flagship Plasma Linux desktop environment.

KDE Offers Sneak Preview of Enhanced Linux Desktop With Plasma 5.27 Beta

David Delony — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 18:58:28 GMT

The KDE Project has announced the availability of the beta version of its upcoming Plasma 5.27 Linux desktop. The flagship desktop comes with a number of improvements.

Like the Steam Deck’s Desktop Mode? Here’s How to Get It on Your PC

Bertel King — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 19:30:16 GMT

The Steam Deck comes with a desktop mode that might resemble Windows, but it actually has little to do with Microsoft's operating system. The Steam Deck's desktop mode is entirely different under the hood.

How to Use KDE Discover to Manage Linux Apps, Widgets, and Much More

Bertel King — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 15:45:15 GMT

Discover is the default package manager for the KDE Plasma desktop. Both Discover and KDE Plasma are found in a growing number of Linux distributions, including the version of Linux that powers the Steam Deck.

6 Ways KDE Plasma Reminds You That Computing Can Be Fun

Bertel King — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 15:30:16 GMT

Personal computers now come in many form factors, but the same can't be said about computer interfaces. Most PCs come with a layout that feels like Windows or macOS. Even mobile devices have grown more similar, regardless of whether you use Android or iOS.

6 Reasons Why Many Linux Distros Don't Ship KDE by Default

Bertel King — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 17:01:14 GMT

The KDE Plasma desktop is great, but most Linux distros default to GNOME instead. Why don't more go all-in on KDE? Plasma is more than capable of serving as the foundation for a distro, so why aren't more KDE-based options available? Turns out, the reasons are mostly technical.

How to Install the KDE Plasma Desktop on Linux Mint

Deepesh Sharma — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 20:00:14 GMT

Linux Mint offers three different editions of the operating system, namely Cinnamon, XFCE, and MATE. A quick glance at the Linux Mint website shows that there's no official KDE Plasma-based flavor available for you to download.

KDE Plasma 5.26 Dazzles With New Widgets, Desktop Enhancements

David Delony — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:29:16 GMT

The KDE Community has released the latest version of its flagship Plasma Linux desktop, version 5.26. This release touts some new desktop widgets and enhanced customizability.

SpiralLinux Fixes Frustrating Hardware Suport Issues in New Version

David Delony — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:40:32 GMT

The developers of the Debian offshoot SpiralLinux have announced a new version, 11.220925. The release offers a number of improvements to increase hardware support and make the system more user-friendly.

KDE Makes Play for Living Room With Plasma 5.26 Beta

David Delony — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 18:13:19 GMT

The developers of KDE have announced a preview version of the KDE Plasma Linux desktop version 5.26. The preview version debuts a new interface for TVs dubbed "Bigscreen."

9 Hidden KDE Plasma Features You Probably Didn’t Know About

Advait Singh — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 17:00:14 GMT

Even though some Linux desktop environments lack user experience and visual aesthetic appeal, it's not the case with KDE Plasma. On distros like Kubuntu and KDE Neon, KDE Plasma offers various options for the users to customize their desktop. You can tailor the look and feel of your computer to suit your tastes.

KDE Plasma 5.25.1 Fixes Frustrating Linux Desktop Bugs a Week After Last Release

David Delony — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 17:24:57 GMT

Only a week after introducing KDE Plasma 5.25, the KDE developers have released version 5.25.1. This release fixes a number of bugs, including improved support for multiple monitors.

Manjaro 21.3 Linux Lands With Enhanced Desktops

David Delony — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 21:44:07 GMT

Manjaro has announced the latest version of its namesake Arch Linux-based distribution, version 21.3, codenamed "Ruah." The new version features several major enhancements, including new versions of all the supported desktop environments.

Sick of Compiling Gentoo Linux? Then Try the New LiveGUI Distro!

David Delony — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:06:42 GMT

The Gentoo Linux distribution has announced a new LiveGUI image for download, as well as an art contest for the project's artwork and branding. Here's what you need to know...

KDE vs. XFCE: Comparing the Two Linux Desktop Environments

Gaurav Siyal — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 20:00:13 GMT

Being an open-source community-driven OS, Linux offers numerous desktops that appeal to your various computing tastes and priorities. Through this guide, the idea is to compare the two famous desktop environments: XFCE and KDE.

The 9 Best KDE-Based Distros for Avid Linux Users

Gaurav Siyal — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 22:01:03 GMT

As a desktop environment, KDE Plasma is marketed with unique features, including visually-rich desktop computing fully packed with nifty utilities. Many in-demand Linux distros available in the market offer a KDE flavor variant for users.

What’s New in KDE Plasma 5.24: 5 Major Improvements to Expect

Rubaiat Hossain — Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:31:42 GMT

KDE is set to release Plasma 5.24, the first major release of 2022. The beta version is already out and gives a glimpse of what new features to expect in KDE Plasma 5.24. This new version brings forward various updates spread across the entire KDE ecosystem and improves things like Wayland support and system navigation.

How and Why to Install Latte Dock From Source Code

JT McGinty — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 13:31:49 GMT

Latte Dock is one of the most popular and versatile panel and menu replacements for the KDE Plasma desktop. When you install it from source code, you get the very latest features and functions that are unavailable in most distro package repositories.

How to Install KDE Plasma on Ubuntu

Mwiza Kumwenda — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 18:00:41 GMT

Linux is a truly modular operating system. For example, you have the freedom to not only change the desktop wallpaper but the entire desktop environment. Other operating systems such as Windows or macOS come with a preset desktop system that you cannot change.

Get More of Everything With the "Get New" Button in KDE Plasma

Bertel King — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:02:10 GMT

KDE Plasma is a desktop tweaker’s dream come true. You can virtually change every aspect of the desktop, from adding widgets and changing fonts, to trying out over-the-top effects and transformative themes.

Solus 4.3 Released With Linux Kernel 5.13: See What’s New

Rubaiat Hossain — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 20:15:35 GMT

Solus is a modern-day Linux distro aimed at home users. It offers a cohesive desktop experience for users who are new to the Linux world. So, if you're a starting Linux user looking for a polished system, Solus might be a good fit for you.

How to Customize the Login Screen on KDE Plasma

Nitin Ranganath — Thu, 13 May 2021 19:30:24 GMT

When it comes to the personalization and customizability of Linux desktops, the KDE Plasma desktop environment takes the cake with an incredible amount of themes and tweaks. It offers a wide range of options to make your desktop look unique.

The 12 Best Linux Desktop Environments

Bertel King — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 17:00:54 GMT

You can tell whether a screenshot is Windows or Mac from a mile away, and that's because both commercial operating systems only have one desktop environment. Windows has the Start Menu and the Taskbar, while macOS has its iconic Dock and Menu Bar.

4 Mobile Linux Distros and Interfaces You Can Run on the PinePhone

Bertel King — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 18:00:00 GMT

You can't run fully open versions of Linux on an Apple iPhone or even an Android device, despite the latter running Linux underneath. So Pine Microsystems has created the PinePhone, a budget priced smartphone capable of running mobile versions of traditional "desktop" Linux.