Re: question about panel info in status report

[Jason Gilbert <jason scott net>]

Paul Hepworth wrote:
> 
> Question:  the comment about "always running the panel on startup" makes
> me a bit curious.

Many people have also said the gsm(or whatever the session manager is
called) will be the first thing started.

> For example, I like to use icewm, which includes a windows-like task
> bar.  I see no reason to also run a panel.  I can use the task bar to
> start programs, show tasks, show mail, etc.  What does the panel do that
> I'd need?

Well, I'm sure all of these needs would be satisfied, but you would get
the added benefit of further gnome integration.  I can currently do all
the same things using Wharf w/ AfterStep.

> If I do need it, can the panel be made to look and behave
> similarly to the icewm taskbar?

that sounds like a themes issue;^)

jason

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