Because of licensing and other restrictions, many Linux distributions do not include MP3, DVD, or DivX media support in their free versions. You have to purchase their commercial versions, which include the appropriate licenses for this support. Alternatively, you can obtain this support from independent operations such as those at fluendo.com. DivX support can be [...]
Linux desktops now support removable devices and media such as digital cameras, PDAs, card readers, and even USB printers. These devices are handled automatically with an appropriate device interface set up on the fly when needed. Such hotplugged devices are identified, and where appropriate, their icons will appear in the file manager window. For example, [...]
You can configure your desktop to restore your previously opened windows and applications, as well as specify startup programs. When you log out, you may want the windows you have open and the applications you have running to be automatically started when you log back in. In effect, you are saving your current session and [...]
On GNOME, the About Me preferences dialog lets you set up personal information to be used with your desktop applications, as well as change your password. Clicking the Image icon in the top left corner opens a browser window where you can select the image to use. The Faces directory is selected by default with [...]
Most distributions now use the fontconfig method for managing fonts (fontconfig.org). You can easily change font sizes, add new fonts, and configure features like anti-aliasing. Both GNOME and KDE provide tools for selecting, resizing, and adding fonts.
Resizing Desktop Fonts
With very large monitors and their high resolutions becoming more common, one feature users find helpful is [...]