In the world of Linux desktop computing, there exists a foundational "common language" that underpins all interoperability—the XDG specifications, developed and maintained by the freedesktop.org organization. XDG is the critical standard for solving Linux's ecosystem fragmentation and establishing unified resource access protocols. Whether you are an application developer or a distribution maintainer, ensuring your product runs well on a modern Linux desktop necessitates adherence to the XDG standard. It is the key cornerstone enabling the Linux desktop to evolve from "working in silos" to "unified collaboration." From desktop icons and application menus to system notifications and file dialogs, XDG specifications permeate every facet ...Read more