Appreciation for Xfce Desktop Environment's Balanced Minimalism
By
mikece
Crackling crust, pillowy middle. The kind of bagel that earns a second cup of coffee.
Summary
The article expresses the author's long-standing appreciation for the Xfce desktop environment, describing it as a trusted friend since their early Linux experiences. The author references a 2012 post by David Gerard that discusses the balance Xfce strikes between minimalism and functionality, noting that version 4.10 achieved an almost perfect balance. The piece reflects on why the author continues to use Xfce across their systems, highlighting its enduring appeal and thoughtful design approach.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledThe desktop environment has been a trusted friend ever since I first loved it on the late Cobind Desktop (still the high water mark of desktop Linux, as far as I'm concerned).
The question with minimal desktops is the fine line between as simple as possible and just a bit too simple. How much basic stuff do you have to add back?
4.8 took it slightly far, 4.10 is almost Just Right. XFCE is so far a case study
A post from David Gerard reminded me why I still use Xfce almost everywhere.
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