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Webtop

Webtop provides readily available Docker images offering various Linux distributions and desktop environments, accessible via any modern web browser.

Description

Webtop is a Docker image project that provides readily available virtual desktop environments accessible through a web browser. It supports multiple Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Alpine, Fedora, Arch) and desktop environments (XFCE, KDE, MATE, i3, Openbox, IceWM). The project offers regular updates, easy user mappings, and a custom base image with an s6 overlay for enhanced security and stability. Containers are easily customizable with various configuration options and support multiple architectures. It's designed for both local and networked use, with security considerations discussed extensively, including recommended usage with a reverse proxy for internet exposure.

Features

Webtop is available as pre-built Docker images for easy deployment. It supports a wide range of desktop environments, including XFCE, KDE, MATE, i3, Openbox, and IceWM. It offers various base operating systems, such as Alpine, Ubuntu, Fedora, and Arch Linux, providing options based on size and security preferences. The project emphasizes regular updates for both applications and the underlying OS, along with detailed documentation and a helpful online community. It also includes support for DRI3 GPU acceleration, enabling the use of accelerated applications and games on a supported host system.

Benefits

Access a full Linux desktop environment from any modern web browser; Supports multiple Linux distributions and desktop environments; Regular and timely application updates ensure current software; Easy user mappings simplify setup and configuration; Custom base image with s6 overlay enhances security and stability; Multi-architecture support allows compatibility with various systems; Detailed documentation and community support provide assistance.

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