create an animated gif

[JensenBreck]

Hello,

I am very confused.Does anyone know of a free ................... editing software. I need the software for a business class, but I am tired of using windows maker because it sucks. I am also looking for a free animation software, something to make like cartoons and things like that.I went through many resources and also checked many Software Demonstrations but did not find any solution.Please help me.

Any help will be appreciated.
Thank you.