The Xubuntu desktop

On the desktop you will see icons that can be used to access some of the most common places on your system. In addition, you will see a single, multipurpose, panel at the top of the screen.

Xubuntu default panel

On the left hand side, you will see a Xubuntu logo. Click it to open the main menu. We will tell you more about this menu in the next slide.

The middle part of the panel is dedicated to window buttons for open applications.

On the far right, you will see indicators and a clock. Click the clock to see the monthly calendar.

Customize your panel by right-clicking it and selecting Panel ยป Panel Preferences. You can also add and remove panels using this dialog.