OAF is the new object activation framework for GNOME.  Since many GNOME
applications utilize CORBA, a framework for locating and activating these
applications is necessary.  OAF, the Object Activation Framework, provides
a simple method for finding and running the CORBA objects available on a
computer system.

Distributed operation is supported, allowing activation of objects on a
network of computers being used in a GNOME desktop.  The flexibility of
OAF enables it to be used outside of GNOME programs, allowing non-GNOME
CORBA applications to be utilized alongside GNOME applications.
