[ubuntu-za] Ubuntu 12.04 with Xubuntu desktop

[Marius Kruger]

On 30 March 2012 10:05, Bill Cairns <cairnsww at gmail.com> wrote:
> I am looking forward to Ubuntu 12.04, but am trying to prepare myself
> for the transition. My plan is to use Xubuntu as a fall back platform
> so that I can continue to be productive at the same time as learning
> Unity.

I haven't tried Xubuntu in quite a while, but since 11.10 I recommend
Lubuntu to everyone wanting a
familiar/non-resource-hungry ubuntu.
Apparently the Gnome2-like desktop in 12.04 is also workable again.
http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2012/03/gnome-classic-in-ubuntu-12-04-its-like-nothing-ever-changed/
http://www.linuxcandy.com/2012/03/a-brief-look-at-ubuntu-12-04-lts.html

> My question: will I be able to install Ubuntu 12.04 with
> xubuntu-desktop in the same way

yes

> or are there some hidden problems that
> might come and bite me?

no

> PS can we insist on a Xhosa pronunciation for "Xubuntu"?

no, pronounce it Zoo-boon-tu
:P

-- 
✝ Marius