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KDE

KDE is a global free software community best known for creating the KDE Plasma desktop environment and a suite of open-source applications.

KDE (originally "K Desktop Environment") was founded in 1996 by Matthias Ettrich to provide a user-friendly graphical interface for Unix-like systems. Over time, it evolved into a vibrant ecosystem of software and contributors. Here's a breakdown of what KDE encompasses:

🖥️ Core Components:

  • KDE Plasma: A highly customizable and visually appealing desktop environment for Linux and other Unix-like systems. It includes panels, widgets, system settings, and window management.
  • KDE Frameworks: Modular libraries that support KDE applications and can be used independently by other software projects.
  • KDE Gear: A collection of KDE applications released together, including tools like:
    • Krita (digital painting)
    • Kate (text editor)
    • Kdenlive (video editor)
    • digiKam (photo management)
    • Konsole (terminal emulator)
  • Display Manager: SSDM
  • Window Manager: kwin

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Install

Debian

sudo sudo apt install kde-plasma

Desktop Shortcuts

GNOME and KDE both support .desktop files via the FreeDesktop.org standards. Check for more information.