XF86Config-4 doesn't affect how the desktop looks. There is nothing wrong with your system. KDE is highly configurable, just tweak it to your liking. Use the KControl Center[/quote]

thank you so much, you're absolutely rigtht. In fact, for some esoteric reason, the machine needed a complete shutdown and reboot for the fonts and display to adjust correctly. Anyway, I'm sailing now, thanks!