Waylandprotokollaan

Waylandprotokollaan is a network protocol used for display servers. It defines the communication between a display server and its clients, which are typically graphical applications. Wayland aims to be a simpler and more secure alternative to older protocols like X11.

The protocol is designed to be minimalist, focusing on the core functionalities needed for modern graphical interfaces. It separates the display server's responsibilities from those of the window manager and compositor, allowing these components to be implemented independently. This modularity can lead to more efficient and flexible desktop environments.

Key features of the Wayland protocol include its focus on security by design, aiming to prevent applications from interfering with each other or accessing sensitive information without explicit permission. It also emphasizes direct rendering, where clients can render their content directly to the screen, reducing overhead and potentially improving performance.

The development of Wayland is an ongoing effort, with continuous improvements and additions to the protocol. It is the default display server protocol for many modern Linux distributions, and its adoption continues to grow as more applications and toolkits add Wayland support. The protocol is designed to be extensible, allowing for future features and optimizations.