For one there is no dumb questions. Just the stupidity of not asking in the
first place. The splash screen is the windows that pops up and ask you what is
your user name and after you put it in. It ask you for the password.
www.ubuntu.com/files/GutsyImages/Gutsy-Login.jpg
When you run a server there is none. I hope this answers your question. If you
like more information. Please inquire and I know the group here will be more
than happy to answer them.