As a research and development service, the contract is excluded from the scope of public procurement law (cf. § 116(1)(2) GWB). PipeWire is widely used across Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Fedora, and openSUSE, and…
is integral to desktop environments like GNOME and KDE. It is critical because it unifies audio and video handling, providing a consistent and secure multimedia experience. This relevance extends to various applications including music playback, voice and video calls, and professional audio product
ion. Serving the public interest, PipeWire enhances accessibility, supports devices like Bluetooth hearing aids, and ensures robust multimedia handling, improving user experience and inclusivity on Linux systems. This effort will support Pi