GNOME 2.0 Desktop for the Solaris Operating Environment

GNOME 2.0 is an advanced new user desktop planned for inclusion in the Solaris 9 operating environment. GNOME 2.0 is designed to integrate seamlessly with the Internet. GNOME 2.0 provides a user experience that will increase personal productivity. Built on free source software, GNOME is evolving into a standard across multiple UNIX platforms.

The GNOME 2.0 desktop provides powerful new features, which include:

• Built-in accessibility solutions that enable users with disabilities to interact with the desktop

• Attractive, intuitive user interface

• Comprehensive personalization capabilities

• Integrated global Internet resources

• Advanced workspace manager

• Convenient front panel for rapid access to favorite programs

• Full suite of powerful applications and accessories

• Latest industry standards to ensure seamless data interchange and interoperability

• Compatibility with existing CDE and Java based applications

Early Preview of the GNOME Desktop - Sun has made "Exploring the GNOME 1.4 Desktop," available for free download at http://www.sun.com/gnome. The free download enables you to explore and evaluate the capabilities of the GNOME 2.0 desktop, which is to be supported and distributed with future versions of the Solaris operating environment.