All such software is deeply integrated for consistent functionality even in lighter-weight desktops such as Xfce and LXDE, the openSUSE project says. Keyboard shortcuts are set, for example, while menu layouts are tweaked and file associations are user-friendly.

For improved integration of LibreOffice and Firefox into KDE Plasma, the operating system uses native file dialogs and oxygen styling, and it respects the user's mail client and browser choices.

3. Continuous Updates

Whereas traditionally users have had to rely on a set release cycle for updates to their software, openSUSE 11.4 introduces the new rolling release repository as an option. Tumbleweed contains the latest stable versions of software such as Firefox and Thunderbird, making it easier for users to stay up to date.

4. Administrative Tools