Re:Wayland vs. X – Overview
by gpderetta on Thursday December 21, 2023 @03:49AM
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The problem is 20 years ago you had to use XFree86 if you wanted graphical output in Linux, there was no other choice, so you had to put up with it no matter the craziness.
Now X.org works fine for the majority of users, so for them (/raises hand) it is very hard to see the value proposition of switching to Wayland, especially if prior attempts were less than successful.
The fact that X11 development has stalled might be a plus for those that just want a stable system, are used to the limitations and don't need new features.
We will migrate eventually, likely at next distro upgrade, but there is no hurry.
Now X.org works fine for the majority of users, so for them (/raises hand) it is very hard to see the value proposition of switching to Wayland, especially if prior attempts were less than successful.
The fact that X11 development has stalled might be a plus for those that just want a stable system, are used to the limitations and don't need new features.
We will migrate eventually, likely at next distro upgrade, but there is no hurry.