Common Desktop Environment

This document serves as a comprehensive glossary for terms used within the Common Desktop Environment (CDE). It is designed to be a reference for a diverse audience, including end-users, developers, and translators. Each entry provides a definition, often indicating the intended audience, the origin of the term, and the specific CDE component that utilizes it in its graphical user interface. The glossary also incorporates and differentiates terms from both Motif® 1.2 and 2.0, providing cross-references where applicable and recommending preferred terminology for clarity and consistency.