@GNOME_PLATFORM@ @GNOME_MINOR@ @GNOME_MICRO@ @GNOME_DISTRIBUTOR@ @GNOME_DATE@ <_p>GNOME is a Free, usable, stable, accessible desktop environment for the Unix-like family of operating systems. <_p>GNOME includes most of what you see on your computer, including the file manager, web browser, menus, and many applications. <_p>GNOME also includes a complete development platform for applications programmers, allowing the creation of powerful and complex applications. <_p>GNOME's focus on usability and accessibility, regular release cycle, and strong corporate backing make it unique among Free Software desktops. <_p>GNOME's greatest strength is our strong community. Virtually anyone, with or without coding skills, can contribute to making GNOME better. <_p>Hundreds of people have contributed code to GNOME since it was started in 1997; many more have contributed in other important ways, including translations, documentation, and quality assurance.