epiphany

epiphany [OPTIONS] [URI...]

--new-window
    Opens a new window, even if a window is already running.

--new-tab
    Opens the given URI in a new tab.

--private-window
    Opens a new private browsing window.

--application-mode
    Opens the URI in application mode (no window decorations).

--version
    Displays the version information.

--help
    Displays help information.

Epiphany, also known as GNOME Web, is the web browser developed by the GNOME project. It aims to be a simple, standards-compliant, and user-friendly browser integrated with the GNOME desktop environment.

It provides a straightforward interface with features like tabbed browsing, bookmarks, history, and a download manager. Epiphany supports various web standards, including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. The browser also offers extensions for added functionality. Epiphany utilizes the WebKit rendering engine, ensuring good performance and compatibility across modern websites.

While it may not have the extensive feature set of more popular browsers, Epiphany focuses on providing a clean and efficient browsing experience, prioritizing integration with the GNOME desktop and adhering to GNOME's design principles. The design choices reflect the core intention of providing a user-friendly and integrated web-browsing experience for GNOME users.

Epiphany uses the WebKit rendering engine, which is also used by Safari and other browsers. This ensures that Epiphany can render web pages accurately and efficiently.

One of Epiphany's main goals is to provide a seamless browsing experience within the GNOME desktop. This includes using GNOME's settings and appearance, as well as integrating with other GNOME applications.

Epiphany has been part of the GNOME project for a long time, evolving from a simpler browser to a more capable one leveraging WebKit. Its development prioritizes close integration with GNOME, emphasizing a user-friendly interface. Over the years, it has seen improvements in speed, standards compliance, and feature set, aligning with advancements in web technologies. The browser went through major changes, including the adoption of WebKit and the introduction of a more streamlined user interface. It became a core component of the GNOME desktop environment.

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