All computer users take some time to switch over from one operating system to the other; this also requires some learning and understanding of the new OS. Earlier, most Windows users were reluctant to give Linux a try; but due to high expenses associated with Windows OS licenses, as well as its apps, and the never-ending list of problems like Trojans & Viruses, many people are switching over to Linux for finding a safer and cheaper substitute. We had already covered a good deal of comparison in our earlier article on Kubuntu vs Ubuntu. This article highlights the difference between Kubuntu and Ubuntu.
Understanding the Difference Between Kubuntu and Ubuntu
Ubuntu Kubuntu: An Awesome Duo
Linux is an open-source operating system that is totally free; it is just that you have to get used to it. Ubuntu and Kubuntu are the two common distributions from Canonical Ltd, and they make an awesome pair. However, there are slight difference between them; so, let’s take a look at them.
Main Difference Between Kubuntu and Ubuntu
All the sub-projects of Ubuntu are designed with the same components as Ubuntu, but twisted in some means to go with various groups. In other words, Ubuntu and Kubuntu are basically the same; you can alter Ubuntu into Kubuntu and vice versa.
The major difference between Kubuntu and Ubuntu lies in the individual use of graphical user interface.
Kubuntu makes use of the K Desktop environment (KDE), which tries to duplicate the look and feel of Windows operating system, whereas Ubuntu makes use of the Gnome, which does not imitate window in any manner.
Target Audience
For people who want to try Linux and are willing to have a new learning experience, Ubuntu is the perfect choice.
Kubuntu is ideal for those who are interested to give Linux a try but are reluctant to use it because of a totally new, and relatively hard-to-use user interface. This distribution will make the transition from Windows to Linux a bit easier without letting you feel a drastic difference.
The Bottom-Line
Whether or not you understand the difference between Kubuntu and Ubuntu, and irrespective of your choice, switching over to open source software will save you from the problems associated with Windows operating system, and most importantly the licensing costs!
You may also want to take a detailed look at differences between ubuntu kubuntu xubuntu and edubuntu.
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September 28, 2010 at 10:45 am
Dear Om,
You wrote …
” Kubuntu makes use of the K Desktop environment (KDE), which tries to duplicate the look and feel of Windows operating system, whereas Kubuntu makes use of the Gnome, which does not imitate window in any manner. ” (sic)
Hmm … no comment.
September 28, 2010 at 10:49 am
thanks for pointing out, i am editing the post
It should have been Kubuntu at first and Ubuntu in second place instead of Kubuntu
August 5, 2011 at 10:38 pm
I have been using Kubuntu for about three months now and although tricky to set up and customize at first, I would never use anything else now. I love it. The hardest thing was to get flash working to play some games, now all is well, fast, smooth and wonderful.
The best part is you can switch between Kubuntu and windows till you decide which way to go. Windows can’t compare. Wado, Kubuntu, Wado!