They’re created by hobbyist Ubuntu users who want to use other desktop environments that are not supported officially by Ubuntu.Īs you know, unlike Windows and macOS, Linux users have the ‘freedom’ to use their system at will and try out new things. Yes, but they’re not associated with Canonical. Since these are the official flavors, does this mean that there are other Ubuntu variants as well? They follow the same development cycle and release schedule. They release a new version at the same time as the main Ubuntu (default GNOME edition) releases. These flavors are endorsed by Canonical, Ubuntu’s parent company. I specifically mentioned that these are the ‘official’ flavors. Below is the list of official Ubuntu flavors: In the desktop Linux world, the desktop environment variants are also referred to as ‘flavors’. Picture courtesy of Tuttly What are the different kinds of Ubuntu available? On the other hand, some desktop environments run better on low configuration computers but may not look that good. Similarly, some desktop environments focus on the use of graphics, but then they demand a better hardware configuration. So, what’s the advantage of using one desktop environment over another? In the previous analogy with clothes, if you wear skinny jeans, you might look smarter but you can’t run faster. If you have hippie hair, there’ll be a uniform feel of being a hippie. If you dress like a hippie, you’ll come across as a hippie. Still confused? Let me give you a rather loose analogy. Most desktop environments have their own set of integrated applications and utilities so that users get a uniform feel while using the OS.īasically, it changes the look and feel of the operating system you use, and at times, the programs you use. A desktop environment is basically a bundle of components that provide common graphical user interface elements such as icons, toolbars, wallpapers, and desktop widgets. When it comes to Linux, you have the freedom to choose your ‘desktop environment’. These are various versions of Ubuntu that are categorized according to their specific purpose or the desktop environment they use. Let me tell you the reason behind those different names. No, these aren’t nicknames people have given to their Ubuntu systems - if you thought so. Dates may vary by one or two days due to differences in time zones.If you’ve been reading forums and blogs, you might have come across a few terms like Kubuntu, Xubuntu, Lubuntu, etc. Note: The following dates are according to Social Blade. Most videos now use the OSFirstTimer Advanced intro as opposed to the original OSFirstTimer intro that is only used in videos that follow the 5 basic tasks format.
Windows 10 (2018) (Blindfolded with NVDA 2018.1.1)īack in 2015, Philip started a series on his channel, named "OSFirstTimer Advanced" where he has Diana to complete more complex tasks on certain operating systems throughout history.Microsoft Office 95 (1995) (In Windows 95).Windows Vista (2007) (Trying out Speech Recognition) (Dad tries out).Windows RG & Windows Doors (Parody Operating Systems).
Spatry's Manjaro 0.8.9.1 Cup of Linux Edition (2014).Windows 95 (1995) (With new recording system for OSFirstTimer videos e.g.Operating systems marked with "Dad tries out" or "Jasmine tries out" were tested by Ben Adams or Jasmine Adams instead of the main tester, Diana Adams. OS Preparer, Host, and Director: Philip Adams.
Additional OS Testers: Ben Adams & Jasmine Adams.When putting the files through HandBrake it fixed the issue but Sony Vegas wouldn't accept the files, but while recording visuals for the video Sony Vegas accepted the files thus meaning the problem was fixed and editing of the video "Mum Rates Elementary OS 5 (2018) vs MX Linux 19 (2019)" was much easier. While the channel was inactive for over a year because of renovation work Phil uploaded a video on Decemexplaining how VFR(Variable Frame Rate, where the frame rate changes to record as the device can handle at the time) was making it hard to edit as the audio and video were getting constantly unaligned. The worst OS was declared as MS-DOS in the 'Top 3 Worst and Best Operating System User Interfaces' video.Īfter the best and worst operating systems were decided, the channel then solely focused on exploring operating systems in general this was expanded upon with the OSFirstTimer Advanced series. The original aim of OSFirstTimer was to find the best operating system which eventually turned out to be Arch Linux with the KDE desktop environment installed it was given the unofficial name of 'The Diana Perfect OS' as Diana (Philip's mum) personalized it to her liking. In every episode, five basic tasks are used to complete on these operating systems. The channel has Philip's family (his mum, dad, and younger sister) test out various operating systems.