Late Night Linux Late Night Linux – Episode 307
Nov 11, 2024
The hosts dive into desktop customization, comparing GNOME and XFCE while sharing their personal experiences. They discuss a handy tool for easily customizing Firefox profiles and explore the challenges of using Uber abroad. Highlights include a recap of the Ubuntu Summit, showcasing community vibes, plus a debate on the importance of diverse browsers like Firefox against Chromium's dominance. Finally, they introduce Zen Browser as a promising privacy-focused alternative.
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Customize Firefox with Fire Builder
- Use Fire Builder to customize and build your own Firefox with preferred settings and extensions.
- It supports Windows, Linux, and Mac for easy cross-platform custom builds.
Will's GNOME to XFCE Journey
- Will tried GNOME after five years to find what he missed in XFCE.
- He made GNOME look like XFCE using extensions for a familiar experience.
Make GNOME Usable with Extensions
- Install Manager Extension on GNOME to tweak settings easily.
- Disable Ubuntu dock, tiling assistant; install Dash to Panel for bottom icon bar and better workspace management.
