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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in security, not every Linux distribution offers the latest version of WebKitGTK+, with some still providing outdated versions that harbor numerous vulnerabilities.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 Regularly checking for updates can help mitigate potential security risks associated with outdated software.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 

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Integrations

Cockpit No 
Cyrus IMAP No 
RapidFort No 

Integrations

Cockpit Yes 
Cyrus IMAP Yes 
RapidFort Yes 

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/

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