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Description
Luakit is a remarkably adaptable browser framework that utilizes the WebKit web content engine alongside the GTK+ toolkit. Known for its speed and extensibility through Lua scripting, it operates under the GNU GPLv3 license. This browser is mainly designed for power users, developers, and anyone seeking detailed control over their web browsing experience and interface. Although the transition to the WebKit 2 API brings significant enhancements in security, not every Linux distribution offers the latest version of WebKitGTK+, with some still providing outdated versions that harbor numerous vulnerabilities. As of September 2019, the latest versions of WebKitGTK+ are available from Arch, Debian, Fedora, Gentoo, and Ubuntu, whereas OpenSUSE continues to supply an older, vulnerable version through its stable channel. Therefore, if you choose to use Luakit for your web browsing needs, it is crucial for you to verify that your distribution maintains an updated version of WebKitGTK+ to ensure a secure browsing environment. Regularly checking for updates can help mitigate potential security risks associated with outdated software.
Description
You set it up once and then enjoy its benefits indefinitely. There's no need to fret every six months about significant system upgrades that could potentially render your device unusable. Instead, you receive regular updates that not only tackle security vulnerabilities and eliminate bugs but also introduce the latest features and advancements, including updated kernels, new drivers, and the most current desktop environment versions. Each update undergoes rigorous testing in line with industry-leading quality standards, utilizing a build service that other Linux distributions aspire to emulate. Not only is every new package version tested individually, but various clusters of versions are also compared to ensure your system's internal consistency. With just one command, you can update thousands of packages, revert to a snapshot from the previous week, fast-forward to the latest changes, and even preview what future releases will look like. This streamlined process allows users to seamlessly manage their systems without the usual headaches associated with traditional upgrades.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Cockpit
No
Cyrus IMAP
No
RapidFort
No
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Luakit
Website
luakit.github.io
Vendor Details
Company Name
openSUSE Project
Founded
2005
Country
Germany
Website
get.opensuse.org/tumbleweed/