Gnome or KDE?

[bloodnut]

I am very new to Linux.I am using Ubuntu Gutsy Gibbon at the moment but I have just downloaded Ultimate Edition 1.7 (Gnome & KDE).My question is what is the difference between Gnome & KDE and which is the better one to use.Please excuse my ignorance but as I mentioned I am new to Linux.
Thanks in advance.

[Zero Prime]

Better is in the eye of the beholder. I like Gnome, but I know a lot of people who like KDE. I don't like the way the KDE menu is set up. I also don't like how you change themes on KDE. KDE is said to be more Windows like but I just prefer the way Gnome is organized.

You will also here people say that KDE is faster than Gnome and vise versa, but I have used both and saw no speed difference. KDE is a little buggy though. Look up some screen shots of both and see which on you think look better. We have some here of both in the art section.

[LeadFingers]

That's like asking "What's the best flavor of ice cream", it's a matter of preference.
(and any is better than none)
Each has their good points.
Aren't you lucky, you have them both.
select one from the login window & try it out.
Next time try the other.
You get to decide which one is best!
Ain't Linux Grand.

[bloodnut]

Thanks for the info.I guess I will have to try both and suck it and see.

[cowboy]

I have both installed on mine, I do favor Gnome though, but KDE is OK also. It's like LeadFingers said all depends on what flavor you like,,Death by Chocolate..