Cairo Desktop

Description

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Cairo Desktop is an alternative desktop environment for Windows operating systems that offers a modern, customizable, and efficient interface. It replaces the standard Windows desktop, including the Start menu, taskbar, and file manager, with a more fluid and visually appealing interface, inspired by systems like macOS and some Linux distributions.

Main features:

1. Dynamic Taskbar:
   • Replaces the Windows taskbar with a top bar (dock-like) that displays open applications, customizable shortcuts, and system icons.
   • Supports multiple monitors with independent bars.
2. Application Menu:
   • A centralized and searchable menu, similar to Spotlight on macOS, for quickly accessing applications, files, and settings.
   • Organizes applications into categories for easier navigation.
3. Window Manager:
   • Offers support for virtual workspaces, allowing window organization in different spaces for multitasking.
   • Includes smooth visual effects, such as animations for minimizing/maximizing windows.
4. Customization:
   • Customizable themes and wallpapers.
   • Allows adjustment of transparency, colors, and interface behavior.
5. Windows Integration:
   • Maintains full compatibility with Windows applications and files.
   • Can run as an alternative shell or as an application on top of Explorer.
6. Performance:
   • Lightweight and optimized to not consume many system resources, working well on older machines.

Technical Specifications

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Version: 0.4.407

Size: 79.19 MB

License: Free

Language: English

Platform: Windows (64 bits)

File Type: EXE

SHA-256: fd77ed2a46a9d0330d94dd1b0d0cd95b79070d9176a60f783fe413ce57651e09

Developer: Cairo Development Team

Category: System/Desktop

Last Update: 05/07/2025

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