Avouch Workstation (Gnome + Xfce4)

Gnome provide an easy and elegant way to use your computer, GNOME 3 is designed to put you in control and get things done. Every part of GNOME 3 has been designed to make it simple and easy to use. Having everything in one place is convenient and means that you don’t have to learn your way around a maze of different technologies. GNOME 3 provides a focused working environment that helps you to get things done. GNOME 3 lets you do the things you want without getting in the way. Every aspect of GNOME 3 has been crafted to fit together as a harmonious whole, so that it offers a consistent and integrated experience. If you use online services to store documents or to organize your calendar or contacts, GNOME 3 is just for you. It will seamlessly integrate with your online accounts, so that all your data can be accessed from the same place.

Xfce is a lightweight desktop environment for UNIX-like operating systems. It aims to be fast and low on system resources, while still being visually appealing and user friendly. Xfce embodies the traditional UNIX philosophy of modularity and re-usability. It consists of a number of components that provide the full functionality one can expect of a modern desktop environment. They are packaged separately and you can pick among the available packages to create the optimal personal working environment. Another priority of Xfce is adherence to standards, specifically those defined at freedesktop.org.