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= Configuring GNOME to use X.Org

At the login screen, select the "gear" icon and select *GNOME on Xorg*.

This change will persist until changed back at the login screen.

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== Changing the default GNOME session via configuration file

To make Xorg the default GNOME session: 

. Open `/etc/gdm/custom.conf` and uncomment `WaylandEnable=false`.

. Add the following line to the `[daemon]` section:

  DefaultSession=gnome-xorg.desktop

. Save the `custom.conf` file.

. Logout or reboot to enter the new session.

You can confirm the Windowing system in use by visiting *Settings* > *About*.