I went with GNOME just because I’m used to it and want stability as my main focus but I was wondering if using one DE over another can affect security or privacy at all? Or is that all dependant on the distro you are using?

  • That question is very broad.

    Yes, double the DEs installed will mean double the possibilities for vulnerabilities.

    Also, I know no Linux Desktop that is actually secure. Like having a real password manager or not sharing the clipboard.

    Privacy? No? But just look at what data they collecty it is harmless.