Compiz is a window manager for Linux and Unix-like systems.

Introduction

Compiz is a compositing window manager that uses 3D graphics acceleration via OpenGL. It provides various new graphical effects and features on any desktop environment, including Gnome and KDE.

• Window management has never looked so enticing: Through OpenGL accelerated compositing, Compiz provides tons of new visual effects. It's also flexible enough so you could easily add more through a plugin system.

• Compiz is compatible: Any X Window System based desktop environment, including (but not limited to) Gnome and KDE, is supported.

Features

• Easily extensible through plugins.
• A growing, friendly community of users.
• Increases productivity and enjoyment.
• Impress your family and friends.
• Compiz is actively developed.