GNOME Terminal vs Xfce-Terminal : Which is Better?

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GNOME Terminal

GNOME Terminal is a terminal emulator for the GNOME desktop environment written by Havoc Pennington and others. Developed by The GNOME Project

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux BSD

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Xfce-Terminal

Xfce Terminal was developed to fit the need for a lightweight and easy to use terminal emulator in the Xfce desktop environment. Developed by Xfce, Benedikt Meurer, Nick Schermer

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux BSD Xfce

GNOME Terminal VS Xfce-Terminal

GNOME Terminal is tailored for users who prefer a feature-rich environment, making it ideal for heavy users of the GNOME desktop. In contrast, Xfce Terminal is designed for performance and simplicity, catering to users who prioritize speed and efficiency.

GNOME Terminal

Pros:

  • Highly customizable interface
  • Supports multiple tabs and windows
  • Integrated with GNOME desktop environment
  • Good accessibility features
  • Supports Unicode and internationalization

Cons:

  • Can be resource-intensive
  • Less lightweight than alternatives
  • Some users find it too complex

Xfce-Terminal

Pros:

  • Lightweight and fast
  • Simple and intuitive interface
  • Highly configurable
  • Supports multiple profiles
  • Good session management

Cons:

  • Limited features compared to GNOME Terminal
  • Fewer customization options
  • Less integrated with other desktop environments

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