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"... Hess explained that the measures ensure that the standard desktop will fit on the first installation CD, which GNOME currently does not ... Unfortunately,
by bootload 14y ago
"... Hess explained that the measures ensure that the standard desktop will fit on the first installation CD, which GNOME currently does not ... Unfortunately, Debian does not have a well-defined procedure for making such choices, So, I've decided to be bold ..."
And that's the only reason? This is a big step, no evaluation, asking users? Is this the only reason Gnome isn't being adopted because it won't fit on the install?
- jlarocco 14y agoI don't think it's a very big step, actually. In my experience, very few people use the default settings when installing Debian. Most people specifically choose the WM they want during the install. For example, in my case, I've used Debian for 7 years, and I don't think I've ever used the default. But since it has to default to something, might as well pick the WM that fits on a CD. People who blindly accept the default settings use Mint or one of the *buntu distros.
- bootload 14y ago"... In my experience, very few people use the default settings when installing Debian. ..." Good point.