[ubuntu-za] Ubuntu 12.04 with Xubuntu desktop

[Bill Cairns]

On Fri, Mar 30, 2012 at 11:01 AM, Marius Kruger <amanic at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> 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

Lubuntu is nice, but a bit basic. I am thinking of using it on one of
my very old machines, but meanwhile I don't see the need for it in my
shop.

The fact that Gnome-classic is still there is encouraging - but I do
want to go to Unity when I am happy with it. Perhaps i will not need
Xubuntu - but Xubuntu does have some nice features that I enjoy and
will be happy to stay with in the short term.
>
>> 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

Thanks - I was a little scared of the Gnome side of it all.
>
>> PS can we insist on a Xhosa pronunciation for "Xubuntu"?
>
> no, pronounce it Zoo-boon-tu
> :P
>
> --
> ✝ Marius

Absolutely no, never. That would be for the new Zubuntu distribution
that I am planning on funding when I win the lottery. (Note to self -
remember to buy a ticket).

Meanwhile, Ubuntu being an Nguni word, I am sure that Xubuntu must
have a good click and I at least will continue to pronounce it that
way!

Bill