Debian install for a desktop environment

Matt Alexander plug-discuss@lists.plug.phoenix.az.us
Thu, 29 Aug 2002 16:06:00 -0700 (PDT)


On Thu, 29 Aug 2002, Miles Beck wrote:

> Which distribution would you recommend for a Debian desktop system?

For a Debian desktop system, I would recommend the Debian distribution.
;-)

> Also, what are the differences between KDE and Gnome?

Not much.  Personally, I prefer KDE, but Gnome might be more of your cup
of tea.  I recommend playing with both and deciding for yourself which
works best for you.

> Does one have more software written for it?

If you've got both installed, you should be able to run apps written for
either.

> Is one more stable than the other?

I haven't used Gnome much recently, but KDE used to be the more stable
choice.
~M