Hey everyone! I'm pretty new to Linux and have set up a home server with Ubuntu Desktop. I'm looking to remote into this server, and I've read that X2Go is a solid option. However, I've noticed that X2Go doesn't support Gnome, which is the default desktop environment for Ubuntu. I've also set up SSH and Tailscale for command-line access but want to access the web interfaces of my Docker services through a graphical interface. The bot mentioned I could install an additional desktop environment alongside Gnome, but I'm unsure if that's a good idea and what the possible drawbacks might be. I'd love some insights or guidance on this! If it's a feasible route, what lightweight desktop environment would you recommend? Thanks in advance!
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X2Go won't work well because it relies on the older X11 display server, which Gnome is moving away from in favor of Wayland. I’ve heard that the next version of Gnome might bring back support, but right now, I'd suggest trying Sunshine & Moonlight instead. They work great for remote access with Gnome. Installing a second desktop environment can be done, but it usually leads to some minor conflicts as they might mess with each other’s configurations. If you choose to go this route, consider creating a new user with its own home directory to avoid complications.
Have you checked out NoMachine? It works well across various platforms like MacOS, Windows, Android, and more. Pair it with Tailscale or Zerotier and you can access it from anywhere!
Agreed! I used to use X2Go until it started having issues with Gnome. Now, I’m all in on NoMachine. Sure, you can install multiple desktop environments, but it can get messy because of duplicate applications and settings.
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