distribution release , based on the Debian package base, but developing its own Deepin Desktop Environment (DDE) and about 30 user applications, including the DMusic music player, DMovie video player, DTalk messaging system, and the Deepin Software Center installer and installation center. The project was founded by a group of developers from China, but has been transformed into an international project. The distribution kit supports the Russian language. All developments licensed under GPLv3. Boot Size 2.6 GB (amd64).
Desktop components and applications using C/C++ languages ββ(Qt5) and . The key feature of the Deepin desktop is the panel, which supports multiple modes of operation. In the classic mode, a more explicit separation of open windows and applications proposed for launching is carried out, the area of ββ\uXNUMXb\uXNUMXbthe system tray is displayed. Efficient mode is somewhat reminiscent of Unity, mixing indicators of running programs, favorite applications and control applets (volume / brightness settings, connected drives, clock, network status, etc.). The program launcher interface is displayed in full screen and provides two modes - viewing favorite applications and navigating through the catalog of installed programs.
Main innovations:
- The package database is in sync with Debian 10.5.
- During the installation phase, you can choose from two Linux kernels - 5.4 (LTS) or 5.7.
- A new design of the system installation interface has been proposed and the functionality of the installer has been expanded. A choice of two methods for partitioning disk partitions is provided - manual and automatic using full encryption of all data on the disk. Added "Safe Graphics" boot mode, which can be used in case of problems with video drivers and the default graphics mode. For systems with NVIDIA graphics cards, an option is provided to install proprietary drivers.
- A new unified DDE desktop appearance is introduced with a new set of color icons, an updated interface, and realistic animation effects. Windows have rounded corners. Added a screen with an overview of available tasks. Implemented support for light and dark themes, transparency and color temperature settings. Improved power management settings.
- Enhanced notification management options. Added settings to play a sound file when a message arrives, show notifications on the system lock screen, display messages in the notification center, and set a separate reminder level for selected applications. The user is given the opportunity to filter important messages so as not to be distracted by secondary ones.
- The ability to install updates with one click has been added to the application installation manager, and a system for filtering programs by category has been implemented. The design of the screen with detailed information about the program selected for installation has been changed.
- Provides the ability to use fingerprint authentication to log in, unlock the screen, verify credentials, and become root. Added support for various fingerprint scanners.
- Added Device Manager to view and manage hardware devices.
- Font Manager adds support for installing and managing fonts, as well as previewing the display of your text in the selected font.
- Added a simple drawing program Draw.
- Added Log Viewer to analyze and view logs.
- Added Voice Notes application for creating text and voice notes.
- Screen capture and screencast software combined into one Screen Capture application.
- The package includes an application for working with the Cheese webcam.
- Improved interface of document viewer and archive manager.
Source: opennet.ru