Kubuntu Adivce

[runequester]

Ive been using Kubuntu for a while now, and I must say, I really enjoy KDE.

Its a lot more customizable compared to Gnome, and the plasma desktop is just a joy to use.

It also includes a full application suite, though of course you can install whatever apps you like in the end.

[runequester]

I Don't really know the difference between KDE And Gnome , as I understand it there are just different desktops running on top of the linux kernerl ??

Ah sorry!

Yes, they are basically just different user interfaces.

Im running 11.4. Its mostly solid, but I do get the occasional bug. Honestly, I'd check out Kubuntu 10.10 and just wait a month or so before updating.

[runequester]

I despise Ubuntu and its derivatives: It appears that with each successive release, it gets closer and closer to Mac OS X, and crappier as a result.

Instead of Ubuntu, I run Slackware and Debian.

Im sure everyone appreciates your input

[runequester]

I dont know really. I havent seen any real problems on my end.

And in any event, other than pulse audio, the issues you mention are irrelevant to Kubuntu.

[runequester]

I must admit, I dont get the hate for KDE 4.x.

Sure when it came out, it was pretty buggy and unstable but today ? I find 4.5 to be freaking awesome