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Quick Answer: What Desktop Environment Does Ubuntu Use?

James H. Sterling • • 3 min read
Quick Answer: What Desktop Environment Does Ubuntu Use?
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Since 17.10, Ubuntu has shipped GNOME Shell as the default desktop environment.

Which desktop environment is best for Ubuntu Server?

The 8 Best Ubuntu Desktop Environments (18.04 Bionic Beaver Linux)

  • Gnome Desktop on Ubuntu 18.04.
  • KDE Plasma Desktop on Ubuntu 18.04.
  • Mate Desktop on Ubuntu 18.04.
  • Budgie Desktop Environment on Ubuntu 18.04 Bionic Beaver.
  • Xfce Desktop on Ubuntu 18.04.
  • Xubuntu Desktop on Ubuntu 18.04.

How do I know what desktop environment is installed Ubuntu?

Once installed, simply type screenfetch in the terminal and it should show the desktop environment version along with other system information.

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