Killing X11

a year ago

X11 is considered outdated but remains in use because it still functions.
A plan is proposed to transition users from X11 by leveraging popular toolkit libraries and browsers.
Changing the internal pixel representation from RGB to BGR in Wayland but not X11 causes color issues on X11.
Bug reports about color issues on X11 are dismissed, with suggestions to switch to Wayland.
A patch to fix the X11 issue is delayed due to concerns about regressions and release schedules.
Online discussions escalate, leading to claims that X11 support is burdensome and unsafe.
The BGR change is reverted, and a blog post hints at missed opportunities due to legacy support.
Continued X11 issues prompt a stronger push to eliminate X11 entirely.

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