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    <title><![CDATA[Discussion on GNOME 3: A new perspective ]]></title>
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        <title><![CDATA[I got use to it mostly]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[But I still miss my applets, especially the system monitor applet and the drawers.  If the developers would give that back, I would continue to use 3.  Meanwhile, I'll use Mate.Another issue is configuration.  Most of the config I want to do has to be done manually in the files.  Multiple windows are possible.  As well as the window frame buttons.  You just have to know what file to edit...]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[BruceLandrum]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:18:39 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[This field is required?]]></title>
        <link><![CDATA[http://www.techrepublic.com/forum/discussions/102-401557-3744030]]></link>
        <description><![CDATA[How do you measure efficiency without productivity? Isn't efficiency the rate of productivity?]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[beaverusiv]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:36:46 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Agree]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I agree with you about multiple windows and it's the reason I changed to Cinnamon. I am completely lost when trying to work and handling multiple windows (file manager, 3x browsers, code editor, browser dev tools) at the same time.I don't know if I'm missing something (If I am, please, please send me a link to a tutorial on it), but for now KDE and Cinnamon work for me, rather than against me.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[beaverusiv]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:35:19 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[One click.]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[One click, if you're willing to wait 60 seconds. Just press the power button on your computer and walk away. With the way people go on about how many clicks they need to do things, I get the impression that would be preferable to them. For what it's worth, I think I clicked the left mouse button 8 times in the process of writing this comment, and I definitely do that more often than shutting down my computer. No kittens have died, and my hand is completely intact.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[Picklesworth]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:37:36 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Linux Desktops]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[The ability to use a variety of desktops is one of the great, fun, things about Linux . I switch to a different one dependent upon my mood. A few weeks on TWM, a few on Openbox, a few on E17, a few on Gnome 3, and right now a few on KDE (have a few others also but no need to get too lengthy. I get the work I need to do, done regardless of the desktop. Linux is about choice, choose what you want and go for it.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[weshop@...]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 02:06:41 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Gnome Shell just doesn't live up to it's name]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I'm disappointed by Gnome Shell because it just feels like it's missing the mark. I would prefer if they focused on the core functionality - the javascript engine - and allowed projects to define their own desktops i.e. from your display manager, you should be able to make options.That would mean that other projects could sit on top - Unity could be made in Gnome Shell without relying on Compiz. You could also offer a traditional desktop with menus and the type or, heaven forbid, a Mac OSX type arrangement. It would give people options while consolidating development towards a solid base and stability....]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[nevynh@...]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 23:21:35 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[I prefer Gnome 3 to Unity - just]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I like the way Gnome 3 works, in general. If it could just retain my desktops between restarts (often necessary after updates, and at other times), it would be a clear number 1.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[captnbli]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:42:53 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Gnome Shell is my WM of choice]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I use Gnome Shell everyday and am much more productive in it that I was in Gnome 2. I also love the flexibility of the extensions, allowing me to add what I want and where.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[sher1]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 13:39:23 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Try Using It As Intended]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Three clicks to shutdown, same as Gnome 2.  You can enable the desktop with Tweak Tool or manually with gsettings. Instead of grumbling, I recommend learning to use it as it is intended to be used, rather than trying to make it work like old Gnome.  If you don't like it then, fair enough.  Several Gnome 2 alternatives exist.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[JonCra]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 13:17:54 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Mate for me]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[KDE, Gnome, Unity - all to much real estate and slow]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[wolsonjr@...]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:32:59 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[GNOME 3: A new perspective]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Well not new perspective but &quot;The perspective&quot;, I've used gnome 2, kde, lxde, xfce, gnome 3 and unity; well gnome 2 was great but a bit old fashion when gnome 3 came out, sure gnome 3 (back then) was in his infancy, but now he came along way much better; I've never liked KDE (sorry) a truly beautiful DE but not for me, unity is a gimmick of gnome 3 and mac os x I just hate the global menu and overlay scroll garbage not to mention the launcher to the left and the HUD that seem to be designed in a train toilet in rush hour.Gnome 3 is just perfect, very simple and sleek, then it is up to you as a user to make YOURS; gnome 3.6 you add Faience theme and icons, docky and some gnome-shell-extensions, then you will never look at unity or windows again.I'll have to say a Big thank to Tiheum the Faience and Feanza creator he made Linux a beautiful enjoyable working desktop environment.That's my point of view, but never-mind if it's Gnome or KDE or LXDE or XFCE or Unity or any other Linux desktop environment, just use whatever DE you feel comfortable with, because all of them are Truly awesome and gorgeous, and the best think IS they are all FREE.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[Baltazard2012]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:36:18 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Gnome 3 desktop]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Just my opinion.I like fixed desktops/workspaces myself.  I have specific windows on each, a themed approach almost.  I change between the various desktops with assigned hot keys.  I know what is where.  Gnome 3's method of creating and removing workspaces wasn't conducive to the my needs.  Workspaces would get out of order from where I expected them, and I was unable to assign hot keys to specific ones.  That may have changed since I last played with it.But on a good note.  I think Gnome 3 would work great with a touch interface.  Being able to swipe in and out workspaces as needed definitely has appeal, and seems to be more of the way Gnome 3 was designed.Thanks]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[wscifi@...]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:57:22 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Re: unhealthy gnome obsession]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[@tastyminerals: you suggested using &quot;simple, unobstructed and fast interfaces&quot;, can you list some that you have used?I think the choice of DE comes down to a few more factors than your experience with linux or age.  On a server platform I typically don't even bother with a GUI interface, command line all the way - faster and easier to work with (at least it is for me).  On a desktop it depends on what kind of hardware you have and what the purpose is.  I have used other lower overhead DE on desktop systems that had very limited resources (i.e. no way Gnome was going to run on it, and for the purpose I was using it for it was overkill).]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[Scott.Geiger]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:20:27 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[I finally tried it out when I upgraded my Fedora box]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I won't say I'm happy with GNOME 3, but I'm not unhappy with it either. It's different, which means that it's taking longer to configure to my liking, but I expect eventually I'll get everything organized the way I want...and then GNOME 4 will come out and I'll be back to square 1.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[aardvark92]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:19:06 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Who needs a DE?]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[By the way, us old farts are forever stuck on the most efficient of user interfaces, Command Line rules!]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[DGermantr@...]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:15:29 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Gnome 3]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Effficiency is nice but it is secondary to productivity in importance. Efficiency without productivity is analogous to arranging deck chair on the Titanic. If I am stressed or disturbed by a GUI then it detracts from my productivity. Having said that, I find G3 a lot more utile and comfortable than Unity. But I find both KDE and XFCE significantly more utile and comfortable than G3. I have either KDE or XFCE, and G3 on all my desk/lapboxes and use the one that I think fits better with the task spectrum presenting.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dr. Fowler]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:40:09 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Gnome #3]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I am currently using gnome 3, debian wheezy. No problem...easy to get used to and maneuver around. I am also looking forward to the newest OS around...the upcoming gnome OS.That one might even be suitable for use on cell phones and touch tablets.I also use the latest version of the k desktop (Kubuntu13.04) and am a die hard fan of theirs...seriously.Many people still remember the days of using the gnome 2 desktop and adding all the decorations and dimensional programs; like cairo and compiz.I installed kplasma active desktop on my hpcompaq tower using a keyboard and mouse.Terrible thing getting stuck into one act or one devotion...or at least I found that to be true...with one exception...your mate.(Wife and family)I do not think it is time to handle linux like the politicians handle their affairs as a priority, rather than allow us to handle our own.That's a part of freedom missing in the uS.Humans are suppose to be free and not caged like your pet birds for their owen safety.I am all for gnome...and hope they continue any type desktop.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[gradkiss@...]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:31:50 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[re:]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[You do realize that 16 gigs and terrabytes of space does not mean speed and efficiency.Using gnome these days looks like more a sign of inability to any sort of change. Gnome 3 and Unity have proved that already, what irritates even more, is the amount of reluctance to seek for alternatives that are plenty. Gnome,Unity,KDE obsession is annoying, it is twice annoying because other, more advanced frameworks already exist, just go and grab them. Unfortunately people prefer to be ignorant and grow gigabytes of ram, thus only supporting the ill tendency. This is sad and this is irritating.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[tastyminerals]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:39:40 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Gnome is nice but less productive when using multiple windows]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I had used gnome3 for a while to switch from unity, but I am sure my productivity is lost when working with multiple windows and I also felt desktop realestate is reduced. I am not sure why I felt like that, now I switched completely to Mint with connamon and I feel much confortable both in productivity and desktop space.I like gnome3 very much it's more modern, nice concepts, etc, but they should have made the migration such that the essential desktop feature is not lost. After all desktop are ment for desktop not mobile device, IMHO they should have differnt version(profile)  (say extension sets) for desktop and mobile devices]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[trajamohan@...]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:20:39 -0800</pubDate>
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        <title><![CDATA[Didn't like the old Gnome, so I stay away from it]]></title>
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        <description><![CDATA[I could never find where to configure most things in Gnome.  KDE may not be that great, but I always found the confgurations for it without much effort.  For that reason, I have never had the urge to go back.  If a distro loads Gnome anything by default, I try other desktops, and if they aren't easy enough to find, load and switch, I stay away from the whole distro.]]></description>
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        <dc:creator><![CDATA[RipVan]]></dc:creator>
        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:10:32 -0800</pubDate>
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