Tomboy (software)
Tomboy
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| Developer(s) | Alex Graveley |
| Initial release | November 10, 2004 |
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| Written in | C# |
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Tomboy is a free and open-source note-taking software application designed for desktop environments. It is part of the GNOME project and is written in C# using the Mono framework. Tomboy is known for its ease of use and its ability to link notes together using a wiki-like interface.
Features[edit | edit source]
Tomboy offers a variety of features that make it a versatile tool for note-taking and personal information management. Some of its key features include:
- **Note Linking**: Users can easily link notes together, creating a web of related information.
- **Text Formatting**: Basic text formatting options such as bold, italic, and underline.
- **Search Functionality**: A powerful search tool to quickly find notes.
- **Synchronization**: Ability to sync notes across multiple devices using WebDAV, Ubuntu One, or other services.
- **Plugins**: Extensible through a variety of plugins that add additional functionality.
History[edit | edit source]
Tomboy was initially developed by Alex Graveley and was first released on November 10, 2004. It quickly became popular within the GNOME community due to its simplicity and powerful features. Over the years, Tomboy has seen numerous updates and improvements, with contributions from various developers.
Usage[edit | edit source]
Tomboy is available for Linux, Windows, and macOS. It is often included by default in many Linux distributions that use the GNOME desktop environment. Users can download and install Tomboy from their distribution's package manager or from the official website.
Development[edit | edit source]
The development of Tomboy is managed by the GNOME project. The source code is hosted on GitHub, and contributions are welcomed from the community. Tomboy is licensed under the LGPL, allowing for both personal and commercial use.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
- [Official website]
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