# GNOME

[GNOME][gnome] is a simple desktop environment with X11 and Wayland support. It includes an interface that works well with touch devices.

## Use Cases

GNOME can be used to:

- Have a desktop environment that just works, with no configuration necessary

You should not use GNOME if:

- You want to learn how X works behind the scenes
- You want complete control of your desktop environment

[gnome]: https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/GNOME