Uploaded March 2021 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Linux - How to Install a Different Desktop Enviroment Such as Gnome or KDE on Linux
A lot of people like to experiment with different desktop environments in Linux. Gnome, KDE, XFCE, and Awesome are some of the more popular desktop environments, but it is time consuming to install an entire distro just to check out a new desktop environment. This video will show you how to change your Desktop environment in Linux without loading a new distro.
How to Change Desktop Environments in Linux (MX Linux Example) | Dino's Tech World
Hey everyone, Dino here! Welcome back to my world of technology! 🌍 In today’s tutorial, I’ll show you how to change desktop environments in Linux, using MX Linux as an example. Whether you're curious about trying out different environments like KDE, XFCE, or GNOME, this guide will walk you through the process of switching desktop environments without reinstalling your operating system!
In this video, you'll learn:
What desktop environments are (KDE, GNOME, XFCE, etc.)
How to switch between desktop environments in MX Linux
How to install new desktop environments via the MX Package Installer
Important tips on testing different environments in a virtual machine first for safety
How to log out, switch environments, and log back in to experience the new look and feel
If you're new to Linux or just looking to experiment with different desktop environments, this is the perfect guide to help you switch without having to reinstall different Linux distributions.
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⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro to Linux desktop environments 1:30 – Exploring desktop environments in MX Linux 2:30 – Installing new desktop environments using the MX Package Installer 4:00 – Switching between XFCE and GNOME in MX Linux 6:15 – Important tips for testing desktop environments safely 7:30 – Summary & Closing
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Keywords: Linux desktop environments, change desktop in Linux, KDE vs GNOME, XFCE vs GNOME, MX Linux tutorial, switch Linux desktop environment, install new desktop environment, Linux customization, Linux desktop manager, GNOME on MX Linux
Linux - How to Install a Different Desktop Enviroment Such as Gnome or KDE on Linux
A lot of people like to experiment with different desktop environments in Linux. Gnome, KDE, XFCE, and Awesome are some of the more popular desktop environments, but it is time consuming to install an entire distro just to check out a new desktop environment. This video will show you how to change your Desktop environment in Linux without loading a new distro.
How to Change Desktop Environments in Linux (MX Linux Example) | Dino's Tech World
Hey everyone, Dino here! Welcome back to my world of technology! 🌍 In today’s tutorial, I’ll show you how to change desktop environments in Linux, using MX Linux as an example. Whether you're curious about trying out different environments like KDE, XFCE, or GNOME, this guide will walk you through the process of switching desktop environments without reinstalling your operating system!
In this video, you'll learn:
What desktop environments are (KDE, GNOME, XFCE, etc.)
How to switch between desktop environments in MX Linux
How to install new desktop environments via the MX Package Installer
Important tips on testing different environments in a virtual machine first for safety
How to log out, switch environments, and log back in to experience the new look and feel
If you're new to Linux or just looking to experiment with different desktop environments, this is the perfect guide to help you switch without having to reinstall different Linux distributions.
🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more Linux tutorials! 👍
⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro to Linux desktop environments 1:30 – Exploring desktop environments in MX Linux 2:30 – Installing new desktop environments using the MX Package Installer 4:00 – Switching between XFCE and GNOME in MX Linux 6:15 – Important tips for testing desktop environments safely 7:30 – Summary & Closing
#LinuxTutorial #DesktopEnvironments #SwitchDesktopInLinux #MXLinux #TechTutorials #DinosWorldOfTech
Keywords: Linux desktop environments, change desktop in Linux, KDE vs GNOME, XFCE vs GNOME, MX Linux tutorial, switch Linux desktop environment, install new desktop environment, Linux customization, Linux desktop manager, GNOME on MX Linux
