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License: GPL v3 GTK4 Python 3.10+ Adwaita

A modern GTK4/Adwaita application for viewing and sharing comprehensive hardware information on Linux systems. Built with a focus on usability, accessibility, and modern design principles.

Version 2.0.0 - Complete rewrite with modern GTK4/Adwaita interface.

✨ Features

🖥️ Comprehensive Hardware Detection

  • CPU - Model, cores, threads, cache sizes, clock speeds, virtualization support
  • GPU - Discrete and integrated graphics, driver info, OpenGL/Vulkan support
  • Memory - RAM modules, speed, type, capacity, manufacturer details
  • Storage - Drives, partitions, usage statistics, S.M.A.R.T. data
  • Network - Ethernet, Wi-Fi, virtual interfaces, IP addresses, MAC addresses
  • Audio - Sound cards, ALSA devices, running audio services
  • Battery - Charge status, capacity, health, model info
  • Bluetooth - Adapters and connected devices
  • Sensors - Temperature, fan speeds, voltage readings
  • USB - Connected devices with power and speed info
  • PCI - All PCI devices including bridges and controllers
  • Webcams - Camera devices with supported resolutions
  • Printers - Installed printers and their status

🎨 Modern User Interface

  • Native GTK4/Adwaita - Follows GNOME Human Interface Guidelines
  • Dark Mode Support - Automatic system theme detection
  • Responsive Layout - Adapts to different window sizes
  • Sidebar Navigation - Quick access to all hardware categories
  • Progress Indicators - Visual feedback during data collection
  • Toast Notifications - Non-intrusive status messages
  • Loading Cursor - Visual feedback during operations

🔍 Smart Features

  • Global Search - Filter hardware components across all categories
  • Copy to Clipboard - Quick copy for any hardware detail
  • Collapsible Sections - Expand/collapse detailed information
  • Selectable Text - All values can be selected and copied
  • Monospace Formatting - Technical data displayed in monospace font

📊 System Information Views

  • Summary Overview - System snapshot with key stats
  • System Files - View important configuration files:
    • /etc/fstab - Filesystem mount configuration
    • lsmod - Loaded kernel modules
    • lspci - PCI device listing
    • lsusb - USB device listing
    • efibootmgr - EFI boot entries
    • journalctl - System journal entries
    • dmesg - Kernel ring buffer
    • mhwd - Manjaro/BigLinux hardware detection
  • Syntax Highlighting - Code blocks with proper highlighting

📤 Export & Share

  • HTML Export - Generate beautiful, standalone HTML reports
    • Modern dark theme design
    • Syntax highlighting for technical data
    • Responsive layout works on all devices
    • Print-friendly formatting
    • Collapsible sections
  • Privacy Options - Choose to include/exclude sensitive data:
    • Serial numbers
    • MAC addresses
    • IP addresses
  • Online Sharing - Upload reports to filebin.net with one click
    • Reports available for 7 days
    • Shareable URL for easy distribution
    • Perfect for forum support threads

🔐 Elevated Access

  • Root Data Collection - Optionally collect restricted data
    • S.M.A.R.T. disk health information
    • Advanced sensor readings
    • Protected system files
  • pkexec Integration - Secure privilege escalation

System Dependencies

  • Python 3.10+
  • GTK 4.0
  • libadwaita 1.0
  • inxi (for hardware detection)
  • Optional: smartmontools (for S.M.A.R.T. data)

🔧 Technologies

  • GTK4 - Modern UI toolkit
  • libadwaita - GNOME design patterns
  • inxi - System information backend
  • Python 3 - Programming language
  • Cairo - 2D graphics library for charts

📋 Requirements

Minimum

  • Python 3.10
  • GTK 4.0
  • libadwaita 1.0
  • inxi

Recommended

  • smartmontools (for S.M.A.R.T. data)
  • lm_sensors (for temperature readings)
  • efibootmgr (for EFI boot entries)

📜 License

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 - see the LICENSE file for details.

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