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PipeWire

Quick Definition: A low-latency multimedia framework for Linux handling audio and video routing.

Overview

PipeWire is designed to replace PulseAudio and JACK. It provides low latency processing for pro-audio while supporting desktop needs.

Why use it?

  • Low latency Bluetooth support (LDAC, aptX)
  • Seamless Wayland screen sharing via WebRTC / xdg-desktop-portal
Last updated: 2026-09-17 • Search Knowledge Base for PipeWire →