GNOME vs MATE : Which is Better?

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GNOME

GNOME is a desktop environment composed of free and open-source software that runs on Linux and most BSD derivatives. Developed by The GNOME Project

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux BSD

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MATE

MATE is a desktop environment forked from the now-unmaintained code base of GNOME 2.

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux BSD

GNOME VS MATE Feature comparision

Feature GNOME MATE
Desktop Environment
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Extensions
Optimal performance
Customizable
Blurry transparency
Lightweight
Modular System
X server
Multiple desktops
Free API
Unix-like
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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