Questions tagged [desktop-environments]
Software that provides a graphical user interface, with elements like icons, windows, toolbars, as well as additional features. Popular examples include Gnome and KDE.
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How can I switch to the standard desktop in Ubuntu Karmic?
I installed Ubuntu Karmic Koala (9.10) on my ASUS 900 netbook, and I prefer the standard interface when using it. However, I can't seem to find the actual program or utility that lets me switch ...
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Is there a guide for setting up an OpenBSD desktop environment? [closed]
The default installation of OpenBSD is a little spartan. Is there a guide somewhere that shows how to set up a nicer desktop environment? I don't need a lot of bells and whistles but that window ...
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How to run multiple X desktops?
How can I run two instance of, e.g. GNOME, on my computer at once? I know how to change the virtual terminal, but I can't work out how to start a second instance of gnome - it just exits telling me ...
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Prevent screensaver starting when an application runs fullscreen
Is there a way to prevent the screensaver from running when a certain application is running, in Windows Vista?
I'm asking because I know Windows MediaPlayer does this, but the kind people at ...
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