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Destination Linux

361: KDE Plasma 6 is Here and Michael cant stop talking about it

Mar 3, 2024
The podcast delves into the exciting features and improvements in KDE Plasma 6, including enhancements in user experience, KRunner functionality, and Wayland updates. There is a debate on whether KDE Neon qualifies as a distro, along with discussions on Linbit's open-source high availability software solutions and Google's collaboration with Nvidia on AI advancements. The episode also features amusing discussions on Larping, Linux software suggestions, and upcoming events.
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Quick takeaways

  • KDE Plasma 6 offers faster app loading and enhanced UI responsiveness on Wayland.
  • Using KDE Neon for testing clarifies its focus on KDE elements over general distro functionality.

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Plasma 6 Speed and Optimization

Plasma 6 exhibited swift performance and a polished UI experience, notably faster app loading times, such as Dolphin File Manager and Firefox, showcasing significant speed improvements. The move to Wayland further enhanced the overall quickness and responsiveness of the UI.

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