Questions tagged [design]

Questions regarding the decisions and rationale behind the design of Ubuntu or its software.

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Is there a schematic overview of Ubuntu's architecture?

as enthusiastic, advanced Linux learner, I'd love to get an overview about Linux' architecure/structure in general. You know, like "the big picture". I'm thinking of a large schematic graphic showing what is what, who is who, what system (e.g. X)…
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What is the Ayatana Project?

What does it do?
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Who created the default Ubuntu wallpaper?

Who created the default Ubuntu wallpaper? I mean the wallpaper displayed at this link. It is beautiful and I am curious: was it Mark Shuttleworth himself?
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Any BIM (Building Information Manager) in linux?

I'm looking for B(uilding) I(nformation) M(anager) software in linux. Something like Revit, Archicad, Allplan, Tekla, Bentley RAM. All that won't work in wine (under linux). It really doesn't matter if it's free or commercial. Any pretty decent…
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How can I install ansys, nastran or any designing software?

I install all design software in windows. But I don't know how to install any designing software in ubuntu. Will all these software will work in ubuntu?
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Visual Basic alternative for Ubuntu?

I used Visual Basic on Windows just to make the design of programs, no codding. But I can't find any alternative despite Gambas and Mono :/
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pixel error numix

I use Ubuntu 16.04 with the numix-gtk theme from the official repos. But I see a pixel error how can I solve this?
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How to embedded terminal in desktop background?

How to embedded terminal in desktop background like heare: ?