kinfocenter

Open the GUI

$ kinfocenter

$ kinfocenter --list

$ kinfocenter [[-h|--help]]

kinfocenter

The kinfocenter command is a graphical utility in KDE Plasma environments that provides a centralized interface for viewing system information. It displays various aspects of the system's hardware and software configuration, including CPU, memory, storage devices, network interfaces, operating system version, KDE Plasma version, and installed modules.

It offers a user-friendly way to access detailed information without needing to use command-line tools. The information is organized into categories, making it easier to find specific details. kinfocenter is a valuable tool for system administrators and users who need to monitor system resources, troubleshoot problems, or simply understand their system's configuration.

kinfocenter is a graphical application and requires a KDE Plasma environment to run. It will not function properly in a terminal-only environment or with other desktop environments. The availability and displayed information might vary slightly depending on the KDE Plasma version and the installed modules.

kinfocenter uses loadable modules to display different aspects of system information. These modules can be added or removed, allowing users to customize the information displayed. Examples of modules include CPU information, memory information, PCI devices, and USB devices.

The strength of kinfocenter is its graphical interface. It presents information in a clear and organized manner, using icons and tabs to navigate between different categories. This makes it much easier to find information compared to using command-line tools, particularly for users who are not comfortable with the command line.

kinfocenter has been a part of the KDE desktop environment for a considerable period, evolving with each new version of KDE Plasma. Its purpose has always been to provide an easy-to-use interface for accessing system information. Over the years, it has been updated to reflect changes in hardware and software technologies, ensuring that it remains a relevant tool for users.

plasma(1), top(1), free(1), df(1), lspci(8), lsusb(8)