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An absolute madman has recreated the Windows 8 UI—for Linux

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  • A Linux project has recreated the Windows 8 desktop UI, now available for Wayland users.
  • The project targets Wayland and is described as a bridge rather than a full replacement.
  • Windows 8's original UI and its reception are described as a nadir that spurred experimentation.

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