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Qvwm

An X11 stacking manager that recreates Windows 95-era desktop conventions, including a taskbar, start menu, system tray and familiar window controls. Its text configuration customises menus, appearance and key bindings, providing a retro desktop without requiring a separate full desktop environment. Qvwm’s name derives from the “95 Window Manager” concept and its Windows 95-style desktop goal.

Background and availability

Qvwm’s name derives from the “95 Window Manager” concept and its Windows 95-style desktop goal. History source ↗

Project facts

protocol
X11
layout
stacking
Configuration
C++
tag
retro
Primary repository stars
13

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