KDE releases documentary on its 30-year history
KDE has released a documentary covering its 30-year history as a free software community.
Summary
The KDE project has released a documentary as part of its 30th anniversary celebration. The film tells the story of KDE's history, from its beginnings in 1996 to its current status as one of the largest free software communities. The documentary covers significant events in KDE's history, including the Qt licensing fight and the development of KHTML, the browser engine that became the basis of Apple's WebKit and Google's Chrome.
What's in the documentary
- The documentary covers KDE's early days and its growth into a large free software community
- It discusses the Qt licensing fight and its impact on KDE
- The film also covers the development of KHTML and its influence on other browser engines
Why it matters
The documentary provides a unique perspective on the history and development of the KDE community, which has played a significant role in making Linux usable as a desktop environment for non-technical users.
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