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by josefonseca 5151 days ago
The latest Ubuntu desktop is absolutely stunningly beautiful. The first time I saw it couldn't tell if it was an improved Windows 8 or some new release of Mac OS X. The fact is I think this may have a shot with the masses.

If the latest rumors of EA being in talks with Ubuntu are true, then if massively successful games start appearing for the platform, it may well signify a turning point for desktop Linux.

Here's hoping widespread desktop Linux finally becomes a reality. Well deserved for the amazing work Ubuntu has put into it.
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redthrowaway 5151 days ago
>Here's hoping widespread desktop Linux finally becomes a reality.

If it did, it would be doing so on the downswing of the desktop as a platform.

People will still do work with traditional computers, but mobile looks set to replace them for entertainment and browsing.

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josefonseca 5150 days ago
> If it did, it would be doing so on the downswing of the desktop as a platform.

This may be true, but I'd like to point out that I've been hearing this since 1980something.

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k_bx 5151 days ago
Hmm, I think I am seeing this not for the first time..

(hint: "Year %s, the year of desktop linux?")

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