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## ‌Software Boutique‌

‌There is an abundance of software available for Ubuntu MATE and some people find that choice overwhelming. The Boutique is a carefully curated selection of the best-in-class applications chosen because they integrate well, complement Ubuntu MATE and enable you to self style your computing experience.‌
‌If you can't find what you're looking for, install one of the‌
‌to explore the complete Ubuntu software catalog.‌

## ‌More Apps Await.‌

‌Connect your computer to the Internet to explore a wide selection of applications for Ubuntu MATE.‌

‌Once online, you'll be able to download and install tried & tested software right here. Our picks ensure that the featured software integrates well on the Ubuntu MATE desktop.‌

‌Sorry, Welcome could not establish a connection to the Ubuntu repository server. Please check your connection and try again.‌

### ‌Get Connected.‌

‌Here's a few things you can check, depending on the type of connection you have:‌

##### ‌Wired Connection‌

- ‌Is the cable securely plugged in?‌
- ‌Is the router online and can other devices access the network? Try restarting the router.‌

##### ‌Wireless Connection‌

- ‌Have you entered the correct wireless password from the‌ ‌network indicator‌ ‌in the upper-right?‌

- ‌When disconnected, the applet looks like this:‌

- ‌Is there a physical switch that may have accidentally switched off wireless functionality?‌
- ‌Is there a soft (keyboard) switch that toggles it off?‌
  - ‌You may need to hold the FN key while pressing the function key.‌
  - ‌Here's an example:‌

##### ‌Not working at all or experiencing sluggish connections?‌

‌Sorry to hear that. You will need a temporary wired connection to install working drivers.‌

- ‌The‌
  ‌tab may have them available for your system.‌
- ‌Otherwise, you will need to manually install third party drivers for your hardware, or a download specific package containing the firmware. See‌ ‌Drivers‌ ‌in the‌
  ‌section for more details.‌
- ‌Feel free to‌
  ‌if you need assistance.‌

## ‌Accessories‌

‌Handy utilities for your computing needs.‌

## ‌Education‌

‌For study and children.‌

## ‌Games‌

‌A selection of 2D and 3D games for your enjoyment.‌

## ‌Graphics‌

‌For producing and editing works of art.‌

## ‌Internet‌

‌For staying connected and enjoying the features of your own cloud.‌

## ‌Office‌

‌For more then just documents and spreadsheets.‌

## ‌Programming‌

‌For the developers and system administrators out there.‌

## ‌Sound & Video‌

‌Multimedia software for listening and production.‌

## ‌System Tools‌

‌Software that makes the most out of your system resources.‌

## ‌Universal Access‌

‌Software that makes your computer more accessible.‌

## ‌Servers‌

‌One-click installations for serving the network.‌

## ‌Discover More Software‌

‌Graphical interfaces to browse a wide selection of software available for your operating system.‌

## ‌Miscellaneous Fixes‌

‌This section contains operations that can fix common problems should you encounter an error while upgrading or installing new software.‌

#### ‌Outdated Package Lists?‌

‌Your repository lists may be out of date, which can cause‌ ‌Not Found‌ ‌errors and‌ ‌outdated version‌ ‌information when trying to install new or newer versions of software. This is particularly the case when Ubuntu MATE connects online for the first time after installation.‌

> ‌Update the repository lists:‌
> sudo apt update

#### ‌Broken Packages?‌

‌When a previous installation or removal was interrupted‌ ‌(for instance, due to power failure or loss of Internet connection)‌, ‌further software cannot be added or removed without properly re-configuring these broken packages. If necessary, you may need to also resolve dependencies and install any missing packages in order for the software to run properly.‌

> ‌Configure packages that were unpacked but not configured:‌
> sudo dpkg --configure -a

> ‌Download and install broken dependencies:‌
> sudo apt --fix-broken install

‌In addition, listed below are terminal equivalent commands that otherwise appear in the‌
.

> ‌Upgrade all packages that have a new version available:‌
> sudo apt full-upgrade

> ‌Upgrade to a new release of Ubuntu MATE:‌
> sudo do-release-upgrade

## ‌Boutique News‌

‌Keeping you informed of the changes made to Ubuntu MATE's Software Boutique.‌

## ‌Search for Applications‌

‌Enter a keyword to search the Software Boutique.‌

##### ‌No software matched your key words.‌

‌The Boutique is just a collection of software.‌
‌to explore the entire Ubuntu catalogue.‌

## ‌Preferences‌

‌Fine-tune the Software Boutique to suit your preferred behaviors.‌

‌Boutique Selection‌ |
‌Installation‌ | ‌Applications wait to be installed/removed, allowing you to continue browsing.‌
‌Advanced‌ |

## ‌Your Queued Changes‌

‌Decide which software to add or remove without committing straight away.‌

##### ‌Preparing to start...‌

‌Your changes are being applied.‌

##### ‌Not all changes could be applied.‌

‌Please review the error dialog for further details.‌

‌Nothing to see here -- There's no software in the queue yet.‌

## ‌Software Sources‌

‌Your system and applications are obtained and kept up-to-date via the following repositories.‌

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‌About Proprietary Software‌

‌Proprietary Software‌ ‌is owned by an individual or company. There may be restrictions on its usage (like a license agreement), and provides no access to the source code.‌

‌Free and Open Source Software‌ ‌grants the user the freedom to share, study and modify the software without restriction. For instance, the GPL is an example of a 'Free Software' license.‌