Wayland

What is Wayland?

Wayland is a versatile protocol and library that enables seamless communication between a compositor and its client applications. Designed as a more streamlined alternative to the X11 system, Wayland simplifies the development and maintenance process for modern desktop environments. The protocol allows the compositor, which can be a standalone display server, an X application, or even a Wayland client itself, to effectively manage and coordinate the various components, including traditional applications, X servers (both rootless and fullscreen), and other display servers

Highlights

• Flexible compositor options: Wayland supports a range of compositor configurations, including standalone display servers, X applications, and Wayland clients themselves
• Diverse client support: Wayland can accommodate a wide variety of clients, such as traditional applications, X servers (both rootless and fullscreen), and other display servers
• Simplified development and maintenance: Wayland's design aims to provide a more straightforward and efficient alternative to the X11 system, making it easier for developers to work with