KDE turns 30 with Plasma 6.8, but the X11 session isn't invited
Plus, Klassik recreates the KDE 3 desktop experience on Qt 6
KDE is set to release its 30th anniversary version of Plasma 6.8 on October 14, marking the end of support for its X11 session. A new project called Klassik recreates the KDE 3 experience using modern Plasma technology, offering a nostalgic alternative for long-time users. The Union theme engine, which can style QtWidgets applications, is also being polished for Plasma 6.8.
KDE 3.0 to 3.5.10 experienced a resurgence with the Klassik project, reimplementing elements like the panel, K Menu, and Quicklaunch in Plasma 6. Four forks, including Trinity Desktop Environment, Sonic desktop, MiDesktop, and Katana, cater to users seeking earlier KDE experiences.
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