On 05/05/2017 03:30, bob prohaska wrote:
> It's more likely that some earlier attemps to replace LXterminal by
> downloading xfce have crossed some wires. After the latest update
> the screen blanker was replaced by a screen saver displaying the
> xfce logo, which I didn't intend.

Having multiple desktops installed wont cause lock ups.

> In the event I've installed multiple desktops, how do I select one,
> in its entirely, over another?

The worst that will happen is your application menu will contain more
than one entry for some programs, such as terminals and file managers.
You can use the menu editor to remove the ones you don't want in each
desktop.

> The machine starts up in text mode, so I use startx to fire up the GUI.

Your choice, but using the login screen gives you a choice of which desktop.

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