> So? I'm not advocating that WindowMaker be systray-hostile, only > wondering at the folks who want it built-in. Do these applications > refuse to behave correctly without a systray?
Most applications work fine without a system tray, but NetworkManager for example needs it. > I disagree. That's your right. ;) > There are systrays available for those who want them. The push to make 'em > part of the default distribution or to build 'em in is a judgement call by > *people*. I see, but what's wrong in provide a built-in resource? > Who's Steven? s/Steven/Stewart/ > Mm-hmm. I try all the alternative window managers and desktop environments > I can get my hands on when I install a new work Linux machine every couple > of years. I am routinely unimpressed, especially by the new-user experience. > Your implication is frankly insulting. There's no implication here Stewart, I'm just trying to defend a point of view. Please, don't get me wrong... :) > If the systray were to be somehow *useful*, I might start using it, but I > don't see any way that it makes my life any better. I was hoping that one > of the advocates could quietly explain HOW it makes *their* life better, > as I truly do seek understanding, if not enlightenment. Hmm, you probably won't find anyone here disposed to advocate Stewart. :) > Reply off-list or on-list, not both, please. Ok... Sorry for the duplicated answers. Regards, Leo -- Leonardo Menezes Vaz ++55 11 6641 9412 Sent from Meridiani Planum, Mars -- To unsubscribe, send mail to [email protected].
