AfterStep provides the look and feel of the desktop, basically managing how the user interacts with the X windows system. This is just a quick overview of the different parts of AfterStep and how to use them. I. Wharf One of the most important features AfterStep provides is an icon bar called Wharf , which allows programs to be started easily, without using the Unix command shell.
Wharf appears by default on the right edge of the screen.
It can be minimized and maximized by clicking on any of the icons with the right mouse button. To perform the function described below, click ONCE on the button. This button will end your X windows session and log you out. This button shows the time and date This button launches a xterm window. This button is running the program xbiff , which informs you when you have new, unread mail.