VFS on Linux
VFS on Linux needs to have a proper support on KDE/Gnome first, so first step would be to create and commit such a RFC. Then monitor it, so that we can afterwards implement it. As many Linux users also use CLI, maybe we can also enhance our nextcloud to sync/upload/download, e.g.: nextcloudcmd myVirtualImage.png.nextcloud -> downloads and opens it
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Enhance Linux VFS support on KDE/Gnome and integrate seamless Nextcloud CLI syncing for virtual images.
The pain
The gap
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Strengths
- Addresses a real technical gap in Linux desktop environments
- Targets both GUI and CLI users, broadening appeal
- Leverages existing popular tools (Nextcloud, KDE/Gnome)
- Open source and community-driven approach aligns with Linux ecosystem
Risks
- RFC acceptance and adoption by Linux kernel and desktop maintainers can be slow or uncertain
- Niche user base limits market size and monetization potential
- Technical complexity in integrating VFS improvements and Nextcloud CLI features
- Requires sustained community engagement and contributions
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