The GIMP name controversy, explained
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GIMP was named after a character in Pulp Fiction. More than 20 years later, the name remains controversial and could be holding back the project.
  • @cygnus@lemmy.ca
    32•11 months ago

    I know what you mean — it’s like a 90s design paradigm that doesn’t take current conventions or best practices into account at all.

      • @DdCno1@beehaw.org
        7•11 months ago

        The thing is, floating windows were absolutely useless in the age of 13 - 17" CRTs. On modern ultrawide or even just conventional widescreen displays, they make far more sense.