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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Gnomelogo.svg|thumb|Gnomelogo]] [[file:GNOME_1.0_(1999,_03)_with_GNOME_Panel_1_and_File_Manager.png|right|thumb|GNOME_1.0_(1999,_03)_with_GNOME_Panel_1_and_File_Manager]] [[file:Gnome-2.6-en.png|right|thumb|Gnome-2.6-en]] [[file:Gnome-2.18-screenshot1.png|thumb|Gnome-2.18-screenshot1]] [[file:GNOME_Shell_&_GNOME_Weather_3.14--running_on_AOSC_OS3.jpg|thumb|GNOME_Shell_&_GNOME_Weather_3.14--running_on_AOSC_OS3]] [[file:GNOME_Clocks_40_(released_in_2021-03).png|thumb|GNOME_Clocks_40_(released_in_2021-03)]] [[file:Gnome-40-shell.png|thumb|Gnome-40-shell]] '''GNOME''' ('''GNU Network Object Model Environment''') is a free and open-source desktop environment for Unix-like operating systems. It is part of the [[GNU Project]] and is developed by [[The GNOME Project]], which is composed of both volunteers and paid contributors. GNOME is designed to be simple, easy to use, and accessible, providing a consistent and coherent user experience.<br />
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== History ==<br />
GNOME was started in August 1997 by [[Miguel de Icaza]] and [[Federico Mena]]. The project was initiated to create a free and open-source desktop environment and to counter the then-proprietary [[KDE]] desktop environment, which relied on the [[Qt]] toolkit that was not free software at the time.<br />
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== Features ==<br />
GNOME provides a wide range of features, including:<br />
* A user-friendly interface with a focus on simplicity and ease of use.<br />
* A suite of integrated applications such as [[GNOME Files]], [[GNOME Terminal]], and [[GNOME Text Editor]].<br />
* Accessibility features to assist users with disabilities.<br />
* Support for multiple languages and internationalization.<br />
* A flexible and extensible architecture that allows for customization and extension through [[GNOME Shell]] extensions.<br />
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== Architecture ==<br />
GNOME is built on top of the [[GTK]] (GIMP Toolkit) and uses the [[GNOME Shell]] as its default user interface. The architecture is modular, allowing for the development of individual components that can be used independently or together to form a complete desktop environment.<br />
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=== GNOME Shell ===<br />
[[GNOME Shell]] is the core user interface of GNOME. It provides basic functions such as launching applications, switching between windows, and managing virtual desktops. GNOME Shell is designed to be visually appealing and intuitive, with features like the Activities Overview and dynamic workspaces.<br />
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=== GTK ===<br />
[[GTK]] is the underlying toolkit used by GNOME for creating graphical user interfaces. It is also used by many other applications outside of GNOME, making it a widely adopted toolkit in the open-source community.<br />
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== Development ==<br />
GNOME is developed by [[The GNOME Project]], which is governed by the [[GNOME Foundation]]. The development process is open and community-driven, with contributions from individuals and organizations around the world. GNOME follows a time-based release schedule, with new major versions released every six months.<br />
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== Applications ==<br />
GNOME includes a variety of applications that are designed to integrate seamlessly with the desktop environment. Some of the core applications include:<br />
* [[GNOME Files]] (file manager)<br />
* [[GNOME Terminal]] (terminal emulator)<br />
* [[GNOME Text Editor]] (text editor)<br />
* [[GNOME Software]] (software manager)<br />
* [[GNOME Settings]] (system settings)<br />
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== Adoption ==<br />
GNOME is the default desktop environment for several major [[Linux]] distributions, including [[Fedora]], [[Debian]], and [[Ubuntu]]. It is also available for other Unix-like operating systems such as [[FreeBSD]].<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[KDE]]<br />
* [[XFCE]]<br />
* [[LXDE]]<br />
* [[MATE]]<br />
* [[Cinnamon]]<br />
* [[GNU Project]]<br />
* [[GTK]]<br />
* [[GNOME Shell]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
{{Commons category|GNOME}}<br />
{{Wikibooks|GNOME}}<br />
{{Wikiversity|GNOME}}<br />
{{Wikivoyage|GNOME}}<br />
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[[Category:GNU Project software]]<br />
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