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Gnome 3 is awesome; what are you talking about?

• jiggy2011 14y ago
  I'm not saying it isn't, but first time I booted it up it took me a good 20 mins to figure out how basic things worked and I'm used to using weird Linux DEs. I don't think it would leave a great first impression on your average ADHD alienware target customer.
  • KerrickStaley 14y ago
    You do need to learn a few keyboard shortcuts before you can work effectively with Gnome 3. I think these ones get you 80% of the way there, though (and they work the same as they do on Windows): 1. WinKey and type a name to open programs 2. WinKey + arrows to snap windows 3. Alt+Tab to switch between open windows
    • jiggy2011 14y ago
      I think having to know any keyboard shortcuts to do basic operations is a huge lose for an entertainment computer.
      • TheLegace 14y ago
        It's really a shame, because it really takes almost no time to learn. And basically the point is that the desktop disappears and the only thing left is your work. Edit: Or entertainment ;). Point is application is whats important.
        • ansible 14y ago
          Keep in mind that these entertainment computers may be plugged in to living room TVs, which will often not be used with a keyboard and mouse, but perhaps with a game pad or remote.