You can get the following applications in the kdebase distributions.
Stable applications are relatively bug free and come in source and binary formats.
ftp.kde.org/pub/kde/stable/latest/distribution/stable
Unstable versions change daily and are only in source form, meaning you must compile them to get a working version. Remember these are unstable and might not even compile. If you have a problem with an unstable application report the problem and it will most likely be fixed in a future snapshot.
ftp.kde.org/pub/kde/unstable/CVS/snapshots/current
KDE's own window manager
Browse the web, your hard drive or an FTP site with equal ease.
The KDE panel, incorporating the taskbar, pager, clock and the K menu.
A highly configurable X terminal emulator.
A clipboard utility with a difference - you can configure different actions based on things you copy.
The desktop itself.
KDE's own help center, including the ability to browse man and info pages.
KDE's login manager
The Control Panel. Almost everything you can configure in KDE can be configured from here - and almost everything in KDE can be configured to your taste.
A highly configurable text editor, with syntax highlighting.
A Utility to add non-KDE applications to your K menu, to save you needing to do it manually.
Everyone loves a screensaver, and KDE comes with a generous helping.
A Network enabled system monitor, incorporating the added functionality of top
Kandalf the wizard is on hand with handy hints, and interesting info.
Rearrange or add to your K menu with this utility.
The crash handler, including the ability to report bugs direct to the developers.