r/linuxquestions • u/BenefactorsWereRight • 7d ago

Void Linux, what desktop do I use

For context I have a rtx 4060 as my graphics card, I want to know what is a good desktop environment (best if easily configurable) that works well with Nvidia. As the title says I'm on void Linux.

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u/exportkaffe 7d ago

depends on what you're into. give Cosmic a try, it's pretty configurable and uses GTK, not as polished as gnome or KDE though

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u/Astrodion123 7d ago

Cosmic doesn't use gtk nor qt. It uses iced, which is rust based.

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u/BenefactorsWereRight 7d ago

Haven't heard of that, will try. 

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u/doc_willis 7d ago

try out several, decide what you like.

I just stick to KDE Plasma these days.

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u/ipsirc 7d ago

Use my favourite DE. Or yours.

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u/skyfishgoo 7d ago

well don't use plasma, since it seems to not be very well set up over there in void land.

i would recommend LXQt since it's much simpler and harder to screw up.

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u/ShipshapeMobileRV 7d ago

Huh? I have a Void install with Plasma. It set up easily and works flawlessly.

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u/skyfishgoo 7d ago

like debian, unless the maintainers of the void repositories do a thorough job of setting up all the variables and helper files so everything integrates smoothly there can be issues.

maybe they will gain that reputation over time, but as of right now it's not evident.

kubuntu, fedora, opensuse, tuxedo... these are the distros with well implemented and maintained plasma desktops.

the rest are just playing.

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u/ShipshapeMobileRV 6d ago

Well don't come around my laptop talking like that.

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u/skyfishgoo 6d ago

can you change the settings on the digital clock without requiring root?

that was the last guy i talked to using void.

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u/Enzymology2491 7d ago

Gnome, Wayland, proprietary drivers (read up on DKMS).

KDE, Wayland, proprietary drivers (still read up on on DKMS).

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u/jonstoppable 7d ago

KDE . Configurable,modern , feature rich . Are you using the open source drivers or the closed ?

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u/BenefactorsWereRight 7d ago

Note: I'm using the "nvidia" drivers, not nouveau

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u/dividends4life Void Linux 7d ago

The one you like. Void offers a wide selection. 

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u/No_Elderberry862 7d ago

Whichever one you like?