Byobu is a GPLv3 open source text-based window manager and terminal multiplexer. Developed by Dustin Kirkland
License: Open Source
GNU Screen is a terminal multiplexer, a software application that can be used to multiplex several virtual consoles, allowing a user to access multiple separate login sessions inside a single terminal window, or detach and reattach sessions from a terminal. Developed by Free Software Foundation
License: Open Source
Feature | byobu | GNU Screen |
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Terminal emulator | ||
Terminal-based | ||
Horizontal Split | ||
Portable | ||
Customizable | ||
Multiple Instances | ||
Session management | ||
Serial terminal | ||
Driverless | ||
Command line interface |