Late Night Linux Late Night Linux – Episode 338
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Jun 17, 2025 The demise of X11 is celebrated, paving the way for Wayland in upcoming Ubuntu and Fedora releases. The Linux Foundation’s attempts to resolve issues in the WordPress community spark skepticism about its true impact. Custom ROM development faces hurdles as Google restricts features for Pixel devices. Meanwhile, Apple embraces Linux containers, shifting the tech landscape. Personal stories and critiques of open-source practices highlight the tension between corporate goals and community ideals, all sprinkled with humor and insights.
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X11's Death and Xlibre Fork
- Major Linux distros are dropping X11 support in GNOME, signaling X.Org's effective end.
- A fork called Xlibre has emerged, splitting the community but marking X11's decline.
XFCE's Future and New Lightweight Desktops
- XFCE will likely linger at a steady state but gradually diminish due to lack of maintainers.
- New lightweight Wayland-based desktops will emerge to fill the space XFCE once occupied.
Try KDE Plasma as XFCE Alternative
- Joe is encouraged to try KDE Plasma since it can be configured to mimic XFCE and offers modern features.
- Taking time to customize Plasma can yield a personalized experience with useful options like animation toggling.
