XFCE is one of the lightweight desktop environments available. it takes the minimum amount of CPU and memory usage, so, it keeps the system running smoothly. XFCE is built using GTK2. However, you still can run GTK3 applications on the latest XFCE 4.12, thanks to GTK3 plugins recently added to XFCE. It comes pre-loaded with several applications most of desktop environment comes with such as file manager, applications manager, desktop manager, panel ?dock included as quick application launcher?, window manager, ..etc.

In an effort to make Fedora a better operating system, the developers working in Fedora always brings the latest free and open-source software. Fedora 22 comes with kernel 4.0.0, improved anaconda installer, XFCE version 4.12 for XFCE ?Spin?. A Highdpi theme for XFCE which brings high pixel intensity for high resolution with high DPI displays. XFCE 4 panel ?including the panel? are extensible and supports auto hiding thanks to GTK3 plugins. Also, it comes with a new wallpaper settings, which supports a different wallpaper per workspace option and a better handling for multi-monitor. Thunar file manager now support running multiple tabs in the same window.