How to solve the huge disk space utilization caused by flatpak repository and dependencies?

[tqcharm (Mike B.)]

The Fedora vs Flathub Flatpaks debate has been discussed at extreme length in the topics below. I doubt there’s much left to say, more so since such discussion usually only gets heated, with no actual agreement at the end.

Proposal: Enable Flathub by Default

Hi everyone, I’d like to propose enabling Flathub by default in Fedora, with a filter in place that respects Fedora’s free/libre software policies. I fully understand and support Fedora’s commitment to software freedom. The idea here isn’t to introduce proprietary software into the experience by default — but rather to leverage existing tools to offer a better user experience while staying within Fedora’s values. Here’s what I’m suggesting: Enable Flathub by default, Filter out non-free/pro…

F43 Change Proposal: Filter Fedora Flatpaks for Atomic Desktops (self-contained)

Filter Fedora Flatpaks for Atomic Desktops [image] This is a proposed Change for Fedora Linux. This document represents a proposed Change. As part of the Changes process, proposals are publicly announced in order to receive community feedback. This proposal will only be implemented if approved by the Fedora Engineering Steering Committee. Wiki Announced Summary For the Fedora Atomic Desktops (and only those), we will keep pre-installing a set of Fedora Flatpaks by default but filte…