Geopard for Linux

Browse Gemini pages

Overview

Geopard is a browser designed to work on Linux systems that lets you access pages using the Gemini protocol.

Gemini is a simpler, lighter alternative to the traditional web, focusing on quick loading times and easy reading.

With Geopard, you can explore hundreds of Gemini capsules—these are like websites but made for the Gemini space.

Users can read text-based stories, download files, and even play games that are available through Gemini.

This browser fits well on the Linux platform and uses technologies like Gnome and GTK for its design.

It is written in Rust, which helps keep Geopard fast and safe.

One important feature is its asynchronous core and built-in caching system.

This means pages load quickly, even if your internet connection is slow.

When you open a page, Geopard streams the content right away.

It also saves pages in the history, letting you move back and forth between pages quickly without waiting.

Geopard can automatically download binary files when you click their links.

If you change your mind, you can cancel the download anytime by opening a new page.

The browser also changes color based on the domain you visit, making it easier to remember where you are.

While Geopard focuses on Gemini protocol browsing, it does not support other internet protocols.

It mainly offers basic navigation and downloading features without advanced browsing tools or many customization options outside of domain-based colors.

This makes it a straightforward choice for users who want a simple, fast, and safe way to explore the Gemini network on Linux.

Pros

  • Supports browsing Gemini protocol with access to hundreds of capsules.
  • Features asynchronous core and caching for fast loading even on slow connections.
  • Automatically downloads binary files with the option to cancel downloads.

Cons

  • No mention of support for other protocols besides Gemini.
  • Lack of described advanced browsing features beyond basic navigation and downloads.
  • No details on customization options apart from domain-based colors.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
GPL-3.0-or-later
Mobile friendly
Yes
Bug tracker
https://github.com/ranfdev/Geopard/issues/

Keywords

Gnome GTK browser gemini rust

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