FusionSwitch simplifies switching between Compiz and Metacity by providing a screenlet similar to Fusion-icon or Compiz-switch. It enables users to easily toggle between the two desktop environments.
FusionSwitch is actually based on CompositeTogglerScreenlet, which was created by Helder Fraga. That means you can trust that FusionSwitch will provide the same stable and reliable functionality that CompositeTogglerScreenlet is known for.
But what exactly are screenlets, you may be wondering? Simply put, screenlets are independent widget applications that are powered by a widget engine. This engine was designed to run on X11-based compositing window managers, with a specific emphasis on the Compiz (under Linux) architecture.
It's worth noting that, until version 0.0.14, screenlets were exclusively scripted in Python and drawn in SVG. However, recent versions of screenlets now support web widgets, which are widgets that are written in HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, much like the widgets found on Apple Inc.'s Dashboard.
Overall, if you're looking for a handy way to switch between Compiz and Metacity, and you're a fan of the screenlets widget engine, then FusionSwitch is certainly worth considering. Not only is it reliable and easy to use, but it's also built on a solid foundation that you can count on.