Graphical Interface
Linux has dozens of different, highly configurable graphical
interfaces (known as window managers) which run on top of Xorg, a free
implementation of the X Window System. The most popular complete desktop
environments at present are KDE (the K Desktop Environment) and GNOME (the GNU
Network Object Model Environment). These offer the point-and-click,
drag-and-drop functionality associated with other user-friendly environments
(for example, Macintosh). Both can be configured to look and feel like other
environments such as Windows or Mac, and KDE is remarkably extensible. Even
complex tasks like system administration, package installation, upgrading, and
network configuration can be done easily through graphical programs. Almost all
programs that work with one window manager work with all the others, so you don't
need to feel like you must pick your favorite desktop environment based on your
favorite applications.
Xorg now supports 3-D windowing environments such as Beryl and
Compiz for amazing visual effects, and most people won't have to upgrade their
computers in order to take advantage of these enhancements.
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