Calvin Morrison composed on 2026-07-19 20:30 (UTC-0400):
So if I want to keep using my X11 software, I need to use something. Should I use the one that is dead or alive
Why not both, or more. Whether VMs or multiboot, generic PCs and laptops are not limited to a single OS, thus not one single X system. Start with both, and single one out through experience.