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8.8 from 559 review(s)
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-22
Votes: 19
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I have used Linux Mint for several years now, And find that it is really one of the Best Distro's out there. Its reliable, fast and Stable.The Mint team stays on top of things and makes sure that all is running smooth. I really like the way it installs the drivers for my printers and they work , i dont have this big headache of hoping they are going to print . Its like they just work out of the box. I would really recommend all Window user when its time for them to get off Windows 10, to move over to Linux Mint its a way better operating system and not all the headaches . All you need is common sense and you can go in and make alot of changes to your liking. Thank you to the Linux Mint Team .
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-21
Votes: 10
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I use the Xfce edition, which is great for really old hardware. (and even speedier on newer hardware)
I've used numerous distros over the years, but have settled on Mint in recent years, and haven't been tempted to switch since.
On computers I maintain for others, mostly Windows users, but some Mac users, I set up desktop shortcuts to Firefox and LibreOffice and so far nobody has been lost as to what to do. (4 years of that)
While the Ubuntu base was originally a good thing, Mint came about because of some unpopular decisions made by Ubuntu...and I suspect I will eventually switch to the LMDE version as it stabilizes. (Although, of course, if Mint suddenly makes some unpopular moves in the future, I could end up switching again...but so far this hasn't been needed.)
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-20
Votes: 10
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Linux Mint is a last 10 years may only distro, which perfectly fits to all my needs. Excellent possibilities to manage kernels, drivers, and repos. Flatpak is a very viable alternative to the PPA's. But mainly, Linux Mint is distro with extremely smooth and reliable upgrade procedure. And, at the end, integration of TimeShift app guarantee to user very simple way how to restore whole OS to the latest fully functional state.
I'm just testing LMDE 6 beta, because dependence on Ubuntu is more and more difficult task, and yes LMDE is now not so perfect as LM 21.2, but in the future (1-2 years) will be LMDE the only way how to avoid recent terrible Ubuntu developments. So, LM/LMDE is an exceptional distro for anybody who is looking for reliable and yet simple Linux distribution.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-09-19
Votes: 3
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A really stable and good OS with pleasant interface (Cinnamon). One of the few distributions handling dual (optimus) graphics Intel/Nvidia properly. In games, good performance despite the older Nvidia and Mesa drivers as it is not a rolling distribution. It is still based on X11 compositor but I am not in hurry to move to Wayland, particularly for gaming.
The question now is: with Ubuntu going all snaps, including in the software store, what will Mint developers do? LMDE is promising but Nvidia drivers support need to improve.
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Version: 20.3
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-16
Votes: 20
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Easy to transition to from Windows. I like it as a development platform.
Very intuitive user interface. Great for beginners to Linux and equally powerful for experienced users.
I like that its based on Ubuntu. Thus, it has lots of documentation.
Lots of great utilities. Great multimedia support.
It slices and dices too!
Whenever someone asks me which distro they should use, Linux Mint is my first answer.
I don't like the GUI that come with Ubuntu, but Mint has a GUI we can all love.
While you do get a choice of the GUI on Mint, I always go with the default.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-14
Votes: 30
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I don't know, is Linux Mint a very good operating system?
Or did I fail to use the others?
No matter what distribution I tried, I always encountered problems and most of the time I could not solve these problems.
I can do things that I cannot do in other distributions with just one click in Linux Mint. For example, dual graphics card nividia installation
Using arch is very difficult
And constant updating like Windows puts a lot of load on old computers. enough to freeze
fedora nvidia support is very bad
and the desktop is heavy too
Distributions such as Ubuntu Majora are on the way to becoming a company
and their names are associated with privacy violations
Is what is said true? I don't know but I've always avoided questionable things
Even though Debian is stable, it is so difficult to activate dual graphics cards on my laptop.
I never succeeded. Also, wine did not work at all in Debian 11 and 12, or I could not run it.
Although lxde and lxq are very lightweight desktops, unfortunately they look very old
And as they are old, they are also very inadequate for computer use.
xfce and mate were designed for lightness, but over time, ram usage increases. They consume too much RAM and look old.
I never used Mate because I didn't like its panel.
but I tried xfce. It seems fast, but when you run a program like blender, there are delays, freezing and screen fragmentation, and also the wine shortcuts I created on the desktop sometimes do not work.
Shortcuts that work in cinnamon do not work in xfce
Even though it's the same version (linux Mint 21st) it still doesn't work
Gnome has become a RAM monster. It eats as much RAM as Windows 10. But it is not useful for mouse and keyboard use. It is not useful at all like windows 8
linux mint has been the only operating system I have used without any difficulties and cinnamon desktop
When I escaped from the problems of Windows and came to Linux Mint, I felt no strangeness at all and got used to it immediately.
The Linux Mint team has scanned Cinnamon so well and so cleverly.
I didn't feel any deficiency.
I also noticed something strange.
Note: Since I use dual graphics cards, RAM usage seems to be higher than normal.
debian 12 gnome = ram = 2.1 gb
debian 12 cinnamon ram = 1.9 gb
debian 11 xfce ram 1.3 gb
debian 12 xfce ram = 1.5 gb
mx linux (debian 11) ram = 1.3 gb
mx linux (debian 12) xfce= 1.5 gb
linux mint 20.3 cinnamon ram 1.6
linux mint 21 cinnamon = 1.6 gb
linux mint 21.1 cinnamon=1.6 gb
linux mint 2.2 cinnamon 1.6gb
lmde 6 cinnamon beta ram 1.6gb
While all distributions increase RAM every time they release a new version, Linux MinRT Cinnamon always manages to stay the same.
In Linux Mint Cinnamon, there is not even a difference in RAM between versions, it is always the same.
standard, stable, user-friendly, easy
I hope Linux Mint will always continue like this. never changes
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-10
Votes: 12
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I love LMDE. It is an exceptionally solid operating system.
As a ricer, I also enjoy the KDE desktop and LMDE by far, has been the OS to install a KDE desktop. I have tried it on Linux Mint versions since KDE was dropped from the official line up, but it was never stable for me. However, placing a KDE desktop on LMDE works flawlessly. I believe it is due to the fact that LMDE has Debian as the backbone and of course Debian supports a KDE environment.
The bottom line is if you are in the market for a solid OS, take a look at LMDE.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-09
Votes: 6
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I have LMDE5 on an Alienware Laptop, and 4 - HP small form desktop PCs. I have a gaming PC running Linux Mint 21.2 due to fact that it has an NVIDIA GPU that is a bit temperamental with LMDE5. I have always liked the idea of having a Debian based Linux Mint.
I have been associated with Distributed Computing for years and that is the primary focus for these PCs and laptop. I have enjoyed Linux Mint since it's inception, primarily due to the fact that it "just works" for me. I have installed and used many Linux Distros over the years, but have always returned to Linux Mint.
That's the beauty of Linux Distros is the sheer number and varieties to choose from...almost an endless array of fun. But at the end of the day, Linux Mint is my everyday driver.
If you are looking for a solid OS for your computing needs, I would recommend LMDE5.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-09
Votes: 10
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Installed XFCE version on a late 2009 IMac via an external SSD. It runs very smoothly. Initial boot is fairly slow, as is the initial opening an installed app, but once opened, they run as quickly as my much more current machines. I found this impressive!
Also, installed it on an old HP 6200 (which included an i3-2100 with 4gb memory, an SSD, and a GT 710 graphics card, with equally impressive results.
Mind you they aren't quite up to my M1 Mac Mini, or my Ryzen 5 2600 with GTX 1050, but they don't embarrass themselves either...
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-08
Votes: 10
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If your goal is a smooth-running operating system
you are at the right place.
linux mint will never give you a problem, the aim of the team is to provide a smooth use anyway
If you don't want to get an update of how many GB every week, you are in the right place.
linux mint updates are not such installed packages. you wonder if there is an update
If you want your personal rights and privacy to be respected, you are in the right place.
linux mint never collects user data
If you want to use linux without any difficulty, you are in the right place.
linux mint is the easiest and most understandable operating system to use.
If your goal is a secure operating system, you are in the right place.
because linux mint releases LTS versions that it will support for years, and it does not rush to upgrades and updates. moves forward with firm steps. So your computer never crashes with an update.
If you want a desktop with the best use, you are in the right place.
linux mint cinnamon offers the simplest, easiest and best looking desktop I've ever used
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-09-08
Votes: 3
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This is my second Mint 21.2 installation on a refurbished computer in my bedroom within the last week. I recently tried Debian 12, but wasn’t happy with some of the less than user-friendly things it presented to me, so I installed Mint 21.2. No issues during installation, which seems to happen no matter how often or what version of Mint I use. Ran that for a few days, and decided to give Pop!_OS another crack, which didn’t last long because of a number of minor issues that shouldn’t have been issues.
Re-installed Mint 21.2 late last night, and this time I kept track of the time it took to install, update/upgrade, and configure things the way I wanted.
Again, it was a trouble-free, quick, and intuitive installation that included the option to install codecs. I initiated the installation at 12:46am. Eleven minutes later, at 12:57, installation had finished and I was instructed to restart the system Once it booted up it only took another 6 minutes to completely update & upgrade. I then proceeded with my usual configuration/tweaking.
I installed neofetch, modified the date/time to include the day of the week (a total of three mouse clicks), installed Firefox with the settings I prefer, as well as uBlock Origin adblocker, and Startpage search engine extensions, downloaded and implemented the desktop background I prefer, activated my firewall, and set both Timeshift and Update Manager to automate. I was finished at 1:25am
I then went into the living room, turned on my wireless printer, and by the time I had walked back to my bedroom Mint had already found the printer, which I set to default. Easy peasy, and I wish I could say something negative about Mint, but with installations this trouble-free I’d be hard pressed to rate it anything lower than a hard 9.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-28
Votes: 31
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This version of Mint is the best ever. It keeps improving with every version. I tried, but I have nothing negative to say.
I only wish they rely solely on the debian base, this distro will be the absolute best then. (Ubuntu puts to many software only in snaps.)
Never have I experienced problems, only small annoyances from time to time. The community is very helpful, also for new users. Mint is well documented and a lot of useful information can be found on the internet.
And I don't need the latest of the unstable - wayland among others - I need my computer because I have work to be done.
You can configure it like you want. And it's not dependent on an corporation.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 3
Date: 2023-08-26
Votes: 0
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les juro que a mint, lo he instalado en cpus que windows 11 rinde normal y windows 10 rinde super bien (juegos y editores de videos); pero he intentado linux mint y sufro mucho, lo he instalado en AMD Pro, en intel decima generacion, en intel primeras generaciones, con nvidia, con graficos integrados, etc etc... y rinde mal... no se que computadoras tendran los que si les va bien (yo he probado en 2 pcs y 4 laptops diferentes), y el rendimiento es muy bajo, se lagea, si abro dos pestañas se cuelga por milisegundos, etc... mis pcs "modernas" manejan bien windows 11 y 10; mis pcs antiguas manejan super bien windows 8.1... he intentando cambiar kernels (xanmod, etc) y usar sus kernel por defecto, pero nada, igual... y me extraña porque otras distros "pesadas" (ubuntu) rinden bien... no se porque es tan valorada esta distro, la quiero usar por el tema de que es "estable y solida", pero siempre el gestor de software me sale con cada bug y fallo, o se queda congelado... y hablo a lo largo de distintas versiones (desde mint 18)...
I swear that mint, I have installed it on cpus that windows 11 performs normally and windows 10 performs super well (games and video editors); but I have tried linux mint and I suffer a lot, I have installed it on AMD Pro, on intel tenth generation, on intel first generations, with nvidia, with integrated graphics, etc etc... and it performs poorly... I don't know which computers will have the that if they do well (I've tried on 2 pcs and 4 different laptops), and the performance is very low, it lags, if I open two tabs it hangs for milliseconds, etc... my "modern" pcs handle windows 11 well and 10; my old pcs handle windows 8.1 super well... I've tried to change kernels (xanmod, etc) and use their default kernels, but nothing, the same... and it surprises me because other "heavy" distros (ubuntu) perform well... I don't know why this distro is so valued, I want to use it because it's "stable and solid", but the software manager always shows me every bug and crash, or it freezes... and I talk about it length of different versions (since mint 18)
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-26
Votes: 13
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* The best driver I've seen among Linux distributions, and especially the nvidia implementation.
* Being Debian based makes it very stable considered to Arch, Fedora, openSUSE and other bases.
* Dual booting with Windows is really easy.
* Flatpak + Snapd + AppImage + APT...
* Cinnamon is an in-between interface. It is neither too tight nor visually weak.
* The Linux kernel comes with 5.15, but you can update it to 6.2 from the driver manager. Nvidia driver is installed one click ahead, up to 3 versions backwards.
If you have Nvidia card, this is your distro.
The only thing missing is the documentation is a bit poor and more desktop options like KDE, GNOME would be nice.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-08-25
Votes: 0
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Grossly overrated distribution.
Cinnamon, MATE and Xfce are your choices of desktop environment. All are equally dated, lack luster and just plain terrible. Perfect for those that embrace nostalgia.
Performance and driver support is way behind mainline Ubuntu and its official flavors. Wayland?
I kind of feel like Marty McFly stepping back in time using this.
There is no benefit to using this over official Ubuntu, Kubuntu, etc...
Very hard pass for me!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-25
Votes: 12
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I've used Linux Mint the past 17 years, and know it as a user-friendly, stable, feature-rich operating system that's perfect for everything I do with it day to day - graphic art, video editing, running a couple of favorite Windows programs in 'WINE', occasional gaming, and lots more. As a one time Linux beginner (we all started somewhere!) who's now an experienced user, I can say without hesitation that Linux Mint 21.2 is simply the best Mint OS offering yet.
Mint 21.2 comes with many new features and improvements, including a new Cinnamon desktop environment with a refreshed look and feel, a new Software Manager with a more user-friendly interface, much improved performance and stability, and new applications including a new file manager and a new media player, to name but a few.
I updated to Linux Mint 21.2 a few weeks ago, and I'm honestly impressed with it. It adds a new layer of user-friendliness to everything we had in previous versions, plus it's stability and performance has again been ramped up to accommodate the assortment of tasks it's use'd for these days. I've experienced no problems at all with Mint 21.2, which is what I've come to expect over the years of every upgrade the Linux Mint team puts out.
From my vantage point I'd happily recommend Linux Mint 21.2 as the perfect choice for beginners and experienced users alike. Whatever one's Linux skill level, they'll find Mint's updated Cinnamon desktop environment incredibly user-friendly, easy to navigate no matter what's asked of it. And Mint's newly updated Software Manager, with its huge store of online software repositories, is equally well-organized and easy to use.
Mint's performance is exceptional, even on older hardware - which most if not all of us have examples of laying around, perfectly good PCs that will no longer run the hugely bloated commercially focused Windows and macOS's available these days, will literally return to full productive life once Linux Mint 21.2 is installed on them!
Mint 21.2's underlying stability is excellent. I've had zero crashes or other problems with it, nor for that matter have I ever had actual stability issues with Linux Mint from its earliest days to the present, which says something about the Giant Debian and Ubuntu shoulders that Mint continues to be based upon.
Preinstalled apps in Mint 21.2 are high-quality and well-maintained, and the massive array of popular software add-ons that are available via Mint's Software Manager provide most everything users need these days in readily available software packages that are instantly available to install and use.
Those who enjoy trying out the latest and greatest of everything that's available can do so with confidence, knowing that if things don't work out as they hoped they can call on Timeshift and quickly step back to where they were before they started down that particular side trail!
If you're new to Linux, I highly recommend giving Linux Mint 21.2 a try. It's a great way to experience the power and flexibility of Linux without having to master any sort of steep learning curve in the process!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-24
Votes: 14
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linux mint just works and the most beautiful works without any problems
I've been using it for about 5 months no problem
I've had problems with all the distros I've tried
video card problem
dual video card problem
wireless network problem
and many more problems
this is the first reason i use linux Mint
the second is easy to use
It does not give you any difficulties while using it while installing.
it's stable, it's secure, it's very easy to understand and especially Cinnamon is a great desktop
I could list many more reasons, but I think these two are enough.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-22
Votes: 18
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Extremely good and "one-stop" distribution.
Easy to install, easy to use, works well, stable.
You can do everything with it, lots of packages, well supported.
I am using it since my beginning of Linux (circa 2017) and I never had problems with it, it simply works and you have nothing to do besides an update via the Shield icon when it is asked.
A big plus is the forum is really friendly and nice, so if you are lost or in doubt about something, please ask your question on it, no question is stupid, and we all started life by learning things.
Thank you Clem for this well-put together distro.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-21
Votes: 9
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Extremely good and "one-stop" distribution.
Easy to install, easy to use, works well, stable.
You can do everything with it, lots of packages, well supported.
I am using it since my beginning of Linux (circa 2017) and I never had problems with it, it simply works and you have nothing to do besides an update via the Shield icon when it is asked.
A big plus is the forum is really friendly and nice, so if you are lost or in doubt about something, please ask your question on it, no question is stupid, and we all started life by learning things.
Thank you Clem for this well-put together distro.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-20
Votes: 10
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Really solid distribution.
I installed for my friends' laptop.
It just works out of the box, and become better and better after some tuning and customization.
This one will last for a long time. Really like it.
I have been using Mac for long time, and this version of Mint is absolutely awesome.
Putting stable and usability in the first place.
The other advantage is there is option to choose different linux kernel, from 5.1.5 to 6.x, and roll back if you don't like the new version. This is very convenient and give users freedom to try new things.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-19
Votes: 13
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I am very happy with my experience using Linux Mint, Cinnamon edition, as my daily operating system. Upon closer inspection of the intricate details such as themes, design aesthetics, settings, and customization options, it becomes clear that this distribution is crafted with an exceptional degree of care and passion.
One standout feature is the menu panel, which I find to be unparalleled, surpassing even the functionality of Windows. Additionally, the applets offered here, in my personal opinion, outshine their counterparts in KDE, both in terms of aesthetics and conviviality. It's worth noting that the memory usage is impressively efficient, utilizing nearly half the resources of GNOME. My desktop stays on for days without a single problem or lose in performance or speed.
What truly sets Linux Mint apart is its status as one of the very few Linux distributions that I would confidently classify as a fully-featured, mature operating system. It transcends the stereotype of being solely for newcomers, proving itself as a robust choice for users of all levels of expertise. It's a straightforward installation process, and once up and running, it seamlessly integrates into your daily workflow.
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Linux Mint team for their outstanding work and encourage them to maintain their leadership position in the Linux world. With their continued dedication and progress, Linux Mint is sure to remain a top choice for users seeking a reliable and feature-rich operating system. Keep up the excellent work!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-17
Votes: 14
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Best defaults, OOB software selection, "quality of life" niceties among the "mainstream" Linux distros! Add to these decent performance, a six-month release cycle against an LTS Ubuntu base system and a vibrant community to aid you and MInt is suited to newcomers and tired-of-distrohopping veterans alike.
There is no perfect Linux distro. Zorin is the prettiest, a few other distros, arch-based mostly, can be a little bit more performant in certain areas, bleeding-edge hardware can be a pain to use with Mint and if you are a KDE or Gnome fan you're out of luck. Still Mint is quite possibly the best all-around user-friendly Linux distro and brings a good deal of refinement not only to its flagship Cinnamon desktop - which I myself prefer - but to its Mate and Xfce versions as well. LMDE spin is almost on par with main Mint Cinnamon edition and whenever they are ready to switch to a Debian base, I wouldn't have any problem to follow. Keep up the good work, Mint team!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 6
Date: 2023-08-16
Votes: 4
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Mint remains the most stable everything just works distro. A few others pass it in a couple of areas, but then those distros fail in other areas, leaving Mint in the lead.
BUT...
There has been growing bloat over the years, and the performance has seriously dived. Especially notable in the 21.x series. I just ran some updates, which of themselves were sluggish, but then a plain reboot of an HP i5 laptop took well over 2 minutes. You click on an icon to start an application - and you can go make coffee. Firefox, updates, almost all of them. The startup seems delayed by 6-12 seconds.
With 21.2, Mint caught up a lot of packages. One being basing Pix off a newer branch of gthumb. And I found a problem, which everywhere I try to post about it, it gets deleted. The problem stems from gthumb 3.12. If you are in thumbnail view and drag-no-drop an image to a folder open in your file manager (Nemo in Mint), it always made a COPY. You could move the file by holding down Shift. Suddenly in gthumb and the new Pix, dragging MOVES the file and holding Shift has no effect whatsoever.
Because of these, my 10/10 rating is downgraded. I still love Mint so 6, though they are looking for a 3 if these issues are not addressed really soon.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-13
Votes: 4
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I switched from Ubuntu Mate Linux, that I had been using for about ten years (Ubuntu was the only non-MS operating system, that had drivers for the hardware of a computer that I bought in 2013), to Linux Mint Mate, after reading a review by Liam Proven, in The Register, and, have consequently, switched entirely to using Linux Mint Mate, across all my computers. The only two significant faults that I have found with Linux Mint, are that Linux Mint does not have an official support mailing list, and, that the panel and the task bar are merged into one, so not enough room is provided for applications added to the panel, so they sometimes jump into the taskbar, pushing the tasks in the task bar, out of the task bar and into hiding. Apart from those two shortcomings, I regard Linux Mint Mate (currently using v21.2), as the most advanced, and, easy to use, operating system available to the public.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-11
Votes: 7
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Solid dependable Minty, the distro that made Linux for normal people to get stuff done.Not the fastest, not the prettiest, but it is the most user oriented linux distro out there today(along with MX).In sheer numbers ubuntu has the biggest share of Linux, Mint has a loyal user base and rightly so. Mint is such a good distro for people looking for a windows alternative, as it uses a very familiar windows 7 paradigm(more or less). Combined with Linux mint security and ruggedness in comparison to windows and you have a winner for most people. The only negative is that they no longer use the KDE Plasma desktop, but cinnamon is good, and XFCE also.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-11
Votes: 1
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Previously I used to run only windows OS.but after i tried Ubuntu, Manjaro. I finally get the best distro in linux and that is LINUX MINT.
5-LMDE devian version does not delete the older kernel and it does not show the list of kernel windows.
Please make the 5-LMDE show the kernel in update manager windows.
Other functions are as usual nice.
The Dimmer desktop is not running in this version.
I want to use the dimmer app running like in windows but not sucessful.
In summary Linux Mint LMDE-5 is best os for me.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-10
Votes: 22
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Until a few weeks ago I ran Linux Mint 20.2 on my Dell Latitude 7480 I7 laptop, finding it well suited to my day to day needs for a very long time. Then one day, after a lot of reading and head scratching, I decided to take time and upgrade to Linux Mint 21.2. Wasn't sure exactly what to expect, but gotta say that the boatload of new features and improvements in Linux Mint 21.2 continue to be a welcome surprise.
Linux Mint 21.2 uses the latest Cinnamon desktop environment, which includes a number of new features and refinements. There's a new dark mode, a new window tiling system, and a new system tray. Mint 21.2 also comes with up to date versions of Firefox, LibreOffice, Thunderbird, and GIMP, to name just a few. There's also new games and apps available in Mint's repositories, all of which are readily accessible through Mint's highly improved Software Manager.
Mint 21.2's new dark mode is more consistent and easier on the eyes than before. Its new window tiling system is highly flexible, allowing me to easily arrange windows in different layouts to suit my work flow. Its new system tray is more compact and easier to use, with a number of new features including the ability to group icons and display notifications. All in all there's really nothing I dislike about upgrading to Mint 21.2, and a whole lot to crow about!
For me, Mint 21.2 is clearly more responsive than the previous version of Mint that I'd been using, due largely to major system optimizations, including a newer kernel and improved drivers. Mint 21.2 also comes with a number of security updates and improvements that better shield my system from whatever online threats there may be.
In my case upgrading from Linux Mint 20.2 to 21.2 was well worth it. New userland features, important system improvements, and a number of bug fixes are only the tip of the iceberg as far as I'm concerned. Admittedly I was reluctant to take the plunge and do this upgrade, as used to working with Mint 20.2 as I'd become. Nevertheless in the weeks I've used Linux Mint 21.2 nothing I've found would nudge me towards returning to where I was with Mint 20.2.
It's the old story we all know and love, Mint's development team has a winning formula going for them that produces gradual but important upticks in performance and usability while retaining the 'Minty Goodness' we've all come to love and expect as each newer version emerges.
Kudos to Clem and his team for their latest and greatest release! Should have stayed up to date with Mint upgrades all along, but now that I'm there I plan on doing exactly that from here on!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 5
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 1
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Mint has been going in a VERY BAD DIRECTION. Some people say they are too "old-fashioned". I don't agree. I think they aren't old-fashioned enough. All I see them doing is making senseless changes to a perfectly fine distro. I came from 20.2 "Uma", and really regret the "upgrade".
You are shoehorned into using modern and flat (and IMO ugly) themes. You can get around this, but I don't see the point of the change. The devs removed the option for a traditional panel. I hope you like using a "modern" panel. Everything now just looks... weird. It's hard to work in a system that had such a botched makeover. It doesn't feel like Mint anymore. They don't even default to a green highlight scheme. Nitpicking, I know--I always used custom themes anyway--but I thought this was Linux MINT.
The system is no longer snappy. Some programs take several seconds to load up, and some lag when navigating them. I thought Linux was supposed to be really fast. Windoze 10, which I used yesterday, was faster than this, for crying out loud. Yay, more bloat. The old image viewer was fine. Why do we have two now? The new image viewer makes everything dark, too.
I already have to reinstall since I got stuck in a download loop nightmare. No matter; I will reinstall. Just to a better version of Mint, 20.2.
I rate this new Mint 5/10. 20.2 Mint, which I tried before, is a 9 or a 10. Sure, it's not as "up to date" as 21.2, but it's an enjoyable, well-integrated, and well-designed experience. The latest Mint versions are utterly schizophrenic.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 6
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 0
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My self Raju Mukherjee using linux mint since days of 17 version, I find it less resource hungry compared to windows 7 8 and now 10 11 , I had issues with the mouse pad and laptop doesnt turn off if power cord is plugged even if you swithced it off and also there was auto turn on which i didnt like, Other then that every thing is flawless but since i was facing this power on auto issue i swiched to debian version as Ubantu itself was having the same issue may be it is my machine G580 from lenevo or may be some software glitch which they never fixed, I swithce LMDE 5 and there after there is no issue whatso ever from the any point of view beside i dont have to update every now and then as i faced on windows, Thanks linux Mint community for this
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 1
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The linux that led the way to freedom from windows tyranny. Mint is made for real people, and the user has the benefit of ease of use, familiarity, intuitiveness, safety and robustness. In short Mint is, and now that Windows has become so awful, Mint and other Linux may be able to build a substantial user base of home and business users. Linux works better in so many ways it would be a shame to have such ability go to waste when so many users can truly benefit from the strength of linux and its packages.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 0
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This is by far my favorite distro.
Everything works for me.
I keep trying others to see how they fair but always stay with Mint.
It works on my new PC.
It works on my old MacPro 5,1
It works on my old Dell Laptop.
What more can I ask for.
I also prefer Cinnamon to the other Windows manager. I've tried Plasma on KDE Neon and Xfce but I'm staying with Cinnamon
It offers a good blend of performance and versatility on all my boxes.
I plan to stay with it for a long time.
It installs extremely well in dual-boot with Windows 10 or 11.
I recently tried the new Zorin Core 16.3 in dual-boot but it screwed-up my Grub installation so I crossed Zorin of my list (again!).
Cheers!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-06
Votes: 6
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My house is mostly Mac. Back in 2007 or so I was dual booting between windows and Linux (Ubuntu I think) so I could have a more secure system for on-line banking (the Linux side of course). This proved to be unpopular with my wife so I moved to Mac completely over the next two years. Late last year I thought if would be fun to build a PC for gaming, as gaming options on the Mac were limited but enjoyable. I built an all AMD system as I knew I would be running Linux. I kept in touch with the Linux world using Virtual Box so I knew I wanted a system based on Xfce. Linux Mint filled my needs in this respect. I had no problems with the installation. Everything was recognized. Steam has been flawless as has been DOSBox (Jazz Jackrabbit runs well here with the help of AntiMicroX to map the game pad to keyboard keys). The mouse has natural scrolling and a USB image writer was already included (lack of natural scrolling is a deal breaker). I have no problems finding programs that I needed, including Radeon Profile. The rating gets a small ding for lack of a screen saver and setting one up is a bit of a pain. I am an amateur photographer and would like to have my photos as a screen saver.
Several months after I built my machine I purchased a bee-link (AMD) computer so I could continue to explore various Linuxes without messing with the gaming PC or using Virtual Box (retired, and every day is Saturday). I just open it up and remove the SATA SSD and NVME drive and install a different drive and boot from a USB drive so I can install a new OS and play with it for a while. I use Ventoy to screen Linuxes before I do a long term install. Currently Linux Mint Xfce is the main Linux on this box. No problems with the install. Everything works fine.
I'm really enjoying not fighting with the OS. Windows 11 is awful (it came installed on the bee-link). I've never had issues with macOS though, just not enough games, and the tendency to deprecate an OS version after 7 years or so. My 2013 Macbook Air is booting Linux from an external SATA SSD due to the last installable OS being no longer supported. Yes I know about Open Core Legacy Patcher and have tested it out, booting Linux from an external SSD is easier than Open Core Legacy Patcher.
All in all Linux Mint Xfce has been a very enjoyable experience.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-08-02
Votes: 0
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I just installed Ver. 21.2 and ran it. It installed fine. However, there were major issues.
1. It would not keep my ethernet connect connected.
2. The file system doesn't even recognize the drive it's on.
3. Installation manager doesn't work on my system.
4. using terminal attempted to install Steam. It said I would only have 16gb left after install. Strange since I only have Linux on a 500gb drive and steam is nowhere near 400gb in size.
5. Sound is good but volume of sound is variable. Normal sounds good but notifications are way too loud.
Now, i can't even use that ssd since Windows doesn't see it in file manger.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-02
Votes: 27
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Anyone weary of bowing to the dictates of MS Windows, finding themselves wishing they had a truly 'user centric' operating system that 'catered to their needs above all else', instead of being part of MS's 'cash cow' herd, strung along for the enrichment of the company with virtually no interest in meeting their real needs in an 'uncluttered, stay out of their way' manner, dreaming instead of an OS that 'worked for them' instead of so often 'working against them' -- look no further!
There is an operating system that's easy to use, absolutely secure, amazingly reliable, and fully customizable, designed to work 'with you and for you' instead of seemingly 'against you'. Linux Mint is the OS option you've wished for and secretly dreamed of -- quite literally among 'the best of the best' when it comes to servicing the real needs of everyday users.
The sentiment that's been expressed in, "Linux Mint shows Microsoft how it should be done for the sake of the user," is absolutely true. Microsoft has steadily moved further and further away from serving the real needs of users for over a decade and a half, making their Windows operating systems ever more complex, more commercially oriented towards enriching the company, and at the same time increasingly more difficult to use and ever more expensive to deploy.
Linux Mint, on the other hand, is purposely built to be as simple and easy to use as possible, while providing everything, and then some, that the vast majority of desktop users want or need.
The world wide Linux community has given PC users real choice and true freedom over the years, and over the past decades has produced world class alternatives to Windows and macOS, among which are Ubuntu based Linux Mint, Debian based MX Linux, and Arch based Endeavor and Manjaro Linux -- four of the 'best of the best' in their respective desktop categories.
Ubuntu based Linux Mint offers a number of advantages over today's proprietary operating systems. It's free and open source. It's easy to install and will run on virtually every PC that's been produced in the past 15+ years, and users can customize Mint to their suit their own needs without it balking at what they do with it, like Windows infamously does.
Mint is more secure, ultimately more reliable than either Windows or macOS. And Mint makes the journey towards understanding and appreciating all that Linux offers, especially for new users, a step by step adventure that's genuinely a lot of fun!
Mint is and long has been one of the most popular choices for everyday users looking for a great Ubuntu based operating system, an OS that offers a huge number of advantages over Windows and macOS. So those who've secretly dreamed of replacing their often 'difficult to deal with' and terribly expensive proprietary OS with something they can truly enjoy for a change, dream no more, Mint is here!
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-01
Votes: 2
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Mint is Linux for the masses along with MX show Microsoft how it should be done. For the sake of the user first second and third. The "Mean green" that is Mint allowed everyday non technical people easy access to a great, secure, reliable and robust OS. Thank you to all of the Linux world for giving users choice and true freedom. This is even more important now that Redmond is telling users what they need(more powerful computers) seeing users as a cash cow, instead of people who need to get things done safely securely without jumping through expensive hoops. Long live Linux.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-08-01
Votes: 0
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Its ok if you want to browse the internet or play games through steam. If you use it for anything else it just breaks for no reason. This could be an issue with 21.1 (I use Xfce DE) but I genuinely don't understand how it manages to break itself.
I installed some software like steam, wine, QEMU, etc. and everything worked fine until I decided to restart my pc when the boot loader broke. Got a "kernel modules couldn't be loaded" error. After boot repair everything was fine but now icons were missing from the panel as if some of the programs weren't installed. Another issue is if you disable compositing on Xfce you will experience screen tearing on most applications like Firefox, also when opening the file manager sometimes you will only see the window frame and that's it.
This distro uses an older kernel as well (5.15) so you might encounter some hardware related problems, the only problem I had was wi-fi related. Honestly for a distro that describes itself as "rock solid" I expected a lot more stability wise, as for performance it's more or less the same as any other linux distro out there.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-31
Votes: 1
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An extremely solid distro in my experience. There were a few headaches getting started, namely my video card (ancient one). I have also learned that you don't always want to update everything when it says to update, namely grub, yet that's not Mint's fault.
The transition from Winblows to Mint is a pretty easy one, seems much more wel put together since last time tried it many years ago, very well put together and most packages have installed seem to work fantastic.
Running version with Debian. Many thanks to Dev team which maintains and puts this together! :-)
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-31
Votes: 7
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Linux Mint is an outstanding operating system that offers a top-notch user experience. Based on Ubuntu, it combines the stability of this popular distribution with an intuitive and appealing interface that is easy to use even for beginners.
One of the greatest advantages of Linux Mint is that it comes with many necessary programs and drivers pre-installed, significantly saving users' time on system configuration. Users have access to a vast selection of software through the Software Manager, making them easily accessible and installable with just a few clicks.
Linux Mint is remarkably stable and efficient in operation. It is lightweight in terms of system resources, making it an excellent choice even for older computers. At the same time, it provides enough functionality and possibilities to meet the needs of more experienced users.
One of the biggest factors that attract users to Linux Mint is its active and friendly community support. The forums and the project's website offer rich content, as well as fast and high-quality technical assistance.
Overall, Linux Mint is an exceptional choice for anyone seeking a stable, easy-to-use, and feature-rich operating system. With its free distribution, it represents a strong alternative to paid operating systems, providing a secure and reliable solution for all types of users.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-30
Votes: 4
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It just works.
Switched back to using Linux full time when Windows 11 dropped. Have been using Linux prior to that with PCLinuxOS but went back to using Windows 7 and 10. Started with Arch-based distro like Manjaro but there were bad updates and generally just decisions by the Manjaro team that did not sit well with me. So, I switch to Arch. It was fun for a while but later realized that I did not need the most cutting-edge tech that Arch has to offer.
Thus I ended with a more stable and compatible Linux Mint. Have been using this for months now and no troubles to far. When i need my machine, it will turn on and do its job. That's what matters to me now. When I update, I do not have the fear that it might break my install.
LM also has every app that most people will need in their operating system. And when you need more, just install via flatpak. I would not recommend it for people who have fairly modern machines though. You'll want Arch for those. However, if you're rocking a machine that's more than a couple of years old, Linux Mint is your best bet. I have it running on a decade old Toshiba Satellite, an E595 ThinkPad and my daughter's MSI Modern 14.
If you find Cinnamon a bit sluggish, just install xfce and you'll be good to go.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-28
Votes: 8
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Mine is A Windows-7 AIO - the ThinkCentre by Lenovo. . No Problems, outside of The Wifi Drivers needed to be Installed. . there was something the install didn't like yet LM Cinnamon Did Figure It Out on its own. . . thus, the 9/10 Score. - JW Retired USAF
. . I switched to Manjaro when the Kernal's were having issues with Ubuntu and especially with both Arch & Debian builds pre-covid. . . When the T-640 had issues with everything I deal with, Manjaro worked best - btw; I Hate Windows. - Worth The Wait.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-26
Votes: 14
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You don't get much better than Mint, It was the best distro hands down when KDE was the desktop. This is "the" distro for linux beginners, or beginners in general. It is intuitive and has that polish that commercial products have. It is not the fastest but it is responsive and is easy to use with little or no training. I do not hesitate to recommend it to anyone, especially users leaving windows, looking for better safety and security without worrying if your antivirus is updated or even working. Linux in general is a breath of fresh air, and Mint makes it very easy to breathe.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 5
Date: 2023-07-25
Votes: 0
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When I first switched to Linux over 3.5 years ago, Linux Mint (19.3) was near-perfect. I was raving about it and recommending it to newcomers, and they seemed happy with it too. But honestly, I can no longer recommend it, nor use it myself.
With every version since 20.2 they seemed to be fixing like 1-2 minor issues and introducing several major issues. 20.2 and 20.3 both had a software-installation issue that people on the forum could not help me with, so I downgraded to 20.1. Eventually I started having kernel panics with 20.1. At some point I tried HamoniKR which was based on 20.3 and that distro did not have the software problem, but I did experience a couple of kernel panics there too.
With 21.1 I found that several of my favorite applets are broken. The mouse cursor was changed to something completely unusable. The whole point of the mouse cursor is to point, and for that it has to have a sharp tip, but this abomination is round and you can never tell which exact pixel you're pointing at. Changing the cursor strangely did not work properly, as it would still default back to the new bubbly one in some applications. The backgrounds in the login screen no longer change with your wallpaper. But the final nail in the coffin was that my icons for musical files (mp3 and m4a) for some reason were replaced with icons for LibreOffice Writer documents. I asked for help on the forums and the person helping me kept insisting that it's a file association problem, which it wasn't. Icons don't change based on the associated app anyway, but my associated app was Audacious, which it has been for every version since I started using Mint. Eventually they said I should just reinstall the system because nobody could help me.
By that time 21.2 came out, so I just installed that. Except for the icon issue, nothing else seems to have been fixed, instead some absolutely pointless changes were added, like Styles, which is a solution to the problem they themselves created by flooding their Themes app with unnecessary themes (like why the hell would you include Breeze, Papirus, Numix and other icon packs there by default?). In addition now my Taskbar (Grouped Window List) broke, shoring only 1-2 items in a group, when in reality there are more. This was the final straw for me.
I have to specify that I was using their flagship Cinnamon versions, and a lot of these issues had to do with Cinnamon. This is the reason I'm giving it a 5 and not lower, because I might still enjoy the MATE version (I don't particularly care for Xfce). But this means it is no longer a distro I could recommend to beginners. I would not recommend MATE or Xfce to beginners in the first place (unless they're looking for a lightweight and/or retro experience), and the Cinnamon version is just a mess. An experienced user might be able to deal with all the issues on their own, but a beginner surely wouldn't. And the support on the forums can be a hit or miss (not a Mint issue, support is rarely ever reliable unless you're a paying customer for some corporation and they are obligated to help you). But it's not like any user should rely on support. When I used Windows for over 17 years, I rarely ever asked for support with anything. This is what a user-friendly Linux distro should be, and Mint was close to that 3 years ago, but is no longer.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-24
Votes: 13
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17 years, still the default option when you want polished, convenient & reliable Linux on a machine. I find 21.2 Xfce to be wonderful even on a 2009 iMac (Yes, a 14 year old Mac, Core 2 duo 4Gb RAM). I have it on an olde Hp Pavillion G6 (Core i3 4Gb RAM), its only concession to modernity being an SSD. Ive been a very long time Linux user. I have grown tired of the OCD fixation on package version & endless upheavals. Incremental improvement is my friend and thusly Linux Mint is. Not just for beginners!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 7
Date: 2023-07-21
Votes: 2
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I tried out Mint 22.1 and came away thinking this isn't the Mint I once thought was the best distro. The changes just seem to go
sideways and not really improving anything. The cursor change looks more like something that was changed just to be different.
The graphic acceleration is terrible dragging windows is just awful for performance at least on lower end but modern CPU with Intel UHD graphics. Compared to what I experience with Ubuntu or even Fedora is night and day difference. I once thought Mint was onto something with Cinnamon but I have to say this release just feels like a stale sideways advancement.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-20
Votes: 6
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Mint is awesome one of my favorites for inexperienced users, I don't use it as much lately because I am partial to the KDE plasma desktop because it is so intuitive. I really like XFCE so that is what I use with Mint. Mint is so good because it is well thought out for people who are new to linux, and need a robust yet easy experience. You can count on mint to be reliable and not easy to break. Most people use this distro for a reason, it works without drama, and it looks good doing it. This distro is much more reliable than rolling release distros, and that is why beginners should start with fixed release model distros.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-07-20
Votes: 2
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after install various distros ultimately i found Linux Mint. I am using Linux Mint last 5 years and I never look back!!! it is a great distro and i love the added new icon and theme, but one thing is so annoying is can't change layout with back to the the precede layout just like pure gnome desktop, it's so weird !!!!!!!
I also see some problems in managing multi-screen and has few lags when you switching between them.
It is easy to update and upgrade, you can select local repos for speed up your update process.
by the far other thing is so easy to work.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-19
Votes: 14
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I am using LM last 10 years and I never look back!!! Recently, I have only one doubt regarding terrible Ubuntu (as LM base) heading (snap, etc.), so LMDE is very good optional and backup distribution for all future Linux Mint users.
LM is robust, stable, reliable and user-friendly! Excellent support of 3rd-party drivers (especially NVIDIA).
Moreover, LM is probably the one of best distribution with very reliable updating/upgrading procedure. I just perform update 21.1 -> 21.2. This is and extraordinary simple and smooth procedure!!!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-07-19
Votes: 0
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Installed for someone thinking it's the most amazing distro for new users. But found out I can't change week to start from Monday, can't test microphone if it's even working despite showing like is there but doesn't work like is there. Found celuloid monstrosity instead of good old mpv. You can't change color for folders and some other basic stuff. Found xed instead of mousepad, xed doesn't even have line number and it's basically a waste of time.
The xfce version of mint is simply a disaster. Very bitter taste for me. Gave it an 8 just because i'm not a bad guy. Still updates over http non encrypted..
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-19
Votes: 1
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I've been using Mint for many years now. Many commentators say its good for beginners, really its good for anyone. I can easily use the command line but I use Mint because its the most reliable flavours of Linux, I have used.
I will say I exclusively use the Debian based edition, LMDE for short. I have found a lot more reliable personally, than the Ubuntu based edition. I have had kernel panic, password loops and graphical issues with the standard Ubuntu based edition.
LMDE has given next to no issues, save being temperamental with manual kernel upgrades. That said, when you mess with the kernel, that's always a possibility.
I do think Mint needs to make a few improvements. One key issue is aesthetic's. To my mind, Mints look is dated. Why no support for popular themes like Nordic out of the box? Yes you can rice it, importing custom themes like Nordic and I have, in fact, done this. Cinnamon looks great. Why not have it and other themes like Dracula, as standard options, like KDE?
On the subject it would be great to see Mint offer a KDE option, as it used to. I know KDE can be a bit buggy at times but its becoming ubiquitous. Not supporting it, as even core Debian does, risks being left behind.
It would also be good to see better support, out of the box, for kernel upgrades in LMDE. I know its easier in the Ubuntu based edition. It would be good to see that type of feature integrated into LMDE, in one form or another.
It would also be helpful to see the apps store upgraded. Why no support for some popular applications, for example, Vivaldi browser. I know you can easily download and install it but still, it would make things a darn sight easier and offer more seamless integration. Arch's AUR manages it.
Lastly, what about moving from X.11 to Wayland? isn't it time?
A few suggestions for improvement here but that said, Mint is still a fantastic distribution and one I use extensively. Its a testament to its stability and usability that I have had it on a laptop for over three years, with only one reinstall and that was because I wanted to start fresh with a custom configuration, not because of any issues with the OS.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-18
Votes: 6
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I love Linux Mint. I started using it with the release of Linux Mint 12 "Lisa". I love the Mate desktop environment. I installed many different distributions, but always returned to Linux Mint. I wish the Linux Mint team creative success. I wish that Linux Mint is always in the first place. Linux Mint is the best.
The most important thing is that newcomers try Linux for the first time and like it. Linux Mint is beautiful, clear, and has a huge knowledge base. There are communities where you can get help or tips. It's based on Ubuntu and Debian, and if you can't find a solution on their websites, you can find a solution in the Ubuntu and Debian knowledge bases.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 3
Date: 2023-07-18
Votes: 1
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The latest, just released version, did not fix secure boot like it was supposed to. You can't boot the live USB without taking the security risk of turning off secure boot.
Why are they using such an old kernel, 5.x when 6.3 is now out of support? Debian should have fixed this. Since they didn't, a large user base distro, like Mint, should have.
This is the important stuff, not the window dressing of tweaking the look.
I was really looking forward to using this release, based on previous productivity with mint. I use live disks, so with a modern PC, I can't just leave secure boot off all the time. I am stuck on Ubuntu.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-18
Votes: 4
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Just finished upgrading five different Linux Mint 21.1 MATE desktop PCs to 21.2 MATE using Mint's Upgrade Utility. The process was straightforward and easy to follow on each machine.
First, I opened the Update Manager and checked for available Mint 21.1 updates. The Upgrade Utility was listed as an available update after completing any Mint 21.1 updates that were available, I clicked on the "Upgrade to Linux Mint 21.2 Victoria" button and the upgrade process began.
These upgrades took roughly 20 to 25 minutes to complete, depending on the machine. I was prompted to restart each computer once its upgrade was finished. After restarting these PCs were running Linux Mint 21.2 MATE.
I've used Linux Mint 21.2 MATE on my own machine for a few days now and I'm very happy with the upgrade. The new version of Linux Mint appears to be more stable and has a number of new features and improvements that make the upgrade more than worthwhile.
Linux Mint 21.2 comes with updated versions of the software included in the base system, including the kernel, desktop environment, applications, and utilities.
Linux Mint 21.2 brings a number of new user-land features with it, including a new dark theme, a new welcome screen, and a new sound theme. It's also been optimized for performance, meaning it should in most cases run even faster and more smoothly than earlier Mint versions.
I'm genuinely impressed with the new features and improvements that Linux Mint 21.2 MATE brings with it. If you're running Linux Mint 21.1 MATE, I highly recommend upgrading to 21.2.
If you do upgrade to Mint 21.2 (regardless of the GUI you choose), make sure you have a recent backup of your important files before you start. If you have third-party software installed, make sure it's compatible with Linux Mint 21.2. After the upgrade, you may need to update drivers or reinstall something, depending of course on the machine you're using.
For my part, the 5 different PCs that I just finished upgrading, together with my own personal machine, flew through these upgrades without so much as a hiccup, with all the third-party software they had in place working as it should once things were done and the machines were rebooted.
Can't say enough about how easy Mint has made it to upgrade from one 21.x version to the next. Literally a 'walk in the park' experience, something anyone should be able to do!..
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-07-17
Votes: 9
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Mmmm. I always loved Linux Mint, always was fine to me but I cannot get sufficient reasons to go with Mint when Debian 12 offers to you the same or greater stability, pipewire by deffect and more new, wayland and a new kernel. Compatibility with every program running in Mint.
The only advantage I can see actually is Timeshift working without hassle in Mint and the difficulty of create subvolumens in Debian. May be Nemo over Nautilus. To me Debian is more efficient in the memory usage too. I hope what Mint 22 or LMDE 6 erradicate pulseaudio and begin the wayland use.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-17
Votes: 4
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As a Linux user, who has tried several distributions. Once again I always come back to Mint in its Cinnamon flavour.
I can't stress enough, the excellent work of the Clem team, one of the few in the field that observes and considers the user in their updates.
And as a user, I appreciate that I can use a linux system, without a lot of extra work to achieve the operation I want.
The community is always willing to help in this or that case of unruly hardware or functionality and applications.
The main machine in my case runs Linux Mint with no other OS in parallel. I can work efficiently and have fun at the same time. What more could I ask for?
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 5
Date: 2023-07-17
Votes: 0
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I used Mint from 2012 until 2020 at which time Mint 20 would not install correctly. I then switched to MX Linux. Now, as much as I wanted to use Mint 21.2 as my daily driver, printer support killed the deal. I have been using an HP ENVY 4500 printer for years and have been generally satisfied with its quality and because the cartridges are fairly inexpensive. Mint 21.2 installed a generic printer driver for my 4500. However, when I went to print multiple pages on both sides it prints them in reverse order! Something like this has never happened before in using Linux for the past 15+ years. So I will continue using MX Linux 21.3 (MX 23 has bugs from Debian 12) or maybe really get really bold and install Manjaro!
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-14
Votes: 8
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Linux Mint is the benchmark for "it just works" and lightweight on resources such as RAM using only about 1.1GB booting to desktop. Always curious if there's something better so I occasionally distro hop to try to find out.
Recently tried Nobara and Debian. Nobara is prepackaged with gaming focus but boots to desktop with about double the memory utilization at 2.4GB and trying to run a simple game, Stray exited to desktop after a few minutes so not sure if it's related to memory utilization or something else.
Debian 12 is rather hyped about but never had so many issues installing the OS along with basic test software suit and not a fan of the default Gnome desktop environment. Had to revert to Debian 11.7 to get it up and running but only after digging up the hidden ISO with non-free drivers but there's still the double bluetooth icons on task bar.
So, if there's a distro that can one up Linux Mint I've yet to find it but keeping hope it's out there. Overall, Linux Mint gets a 9 rating and might increase it to 9.5 if it ever supports biometric fingerprint authentication out of box.
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Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-14
Votes: 1
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I recently filled my Venton USB-stick with several distros that I wanted to try out and Linux Mint Cinnamon came easily on top of them all. As a Windows user I can honestly say that if it was not for Mint, my interest in using Linux would be zero because it was the only distro that booted up, installed, worked properly on my laptop while ticking all the right boxes for me.
Mint looks and feels polished and it cames with a very good set of default programs. It’s also very easy to use requiried no tweaking from my part. Everything about it feels sensible, logical and also very familiar from the moments I first booted it up on my laptop, I was finally at home and all that was left kas for me to start using my computer, which was now actually belonging to me. I didn’t even know that one could be so happy about the OS because I am so used to them being something I have to fight agaist.
Coming from W11 it feels weird to be in total control of the OS that I am using on the PC that I have paid for. No more spying on OS-level or having programs and settings being added/changed/removed without my permission. All the annoying popups and notifications that I am unfortunately so used to seeing are gone. My PC belongs to me now and I am the only person who is choosing what software I want to have installed on my computer. This is how it should have been since I ever started using computers. A huge bonus is that on top of having better security than I have ever had, it’s also much easier to maintain, How nice it is to have everything updated from the same place and also not to have the updates forced on me either on times when I need my PC.
Mint is a beautiful OS that is almost perfect for me in every way. I can’t give it 10 stars yet because of the fact that I get way better battery life when I run with Win11 on my laptop. This said I will keep on using windows side by side with Mint because I have a lot of Win/Mac only software and hardware that I need to use.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-11
Votes: 6
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I started using Mint in 2013 after a few years of using Ubuntu, and since then, despite lots of tries and tests of other distros, i always came back to Mint for its stability, ease of use and high reliability.
I met some issues during installation or use with older versions but since a few years (i would say version 17), i never had an issue that wasn't fixable.
And well, it just fits my needs (web browsing, office software, photo editing and music playing mostly)
As for the desktop environment, i generally switch between Cinnamon and XFCE, both having pros and cons.
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Version: 20.3
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-10
Votes: 4
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Easy to use and solid software. I came to linux mint in 2019. Because I was stick and tired of Microsoft Windows. I enjoy my old computor as well as my new laptop. I'm going to upgrade my desktop and my laptop to the latest version in the next fews days. Thanks you verymuch to the great linux mint team that vive us the chance to use a secure and solid OS. You are the best team of nerds aroud and you have my support. Mayby in the futur I will transfer my desktop to LMDE to enjoy an other version of Mint. I look regularly the distrowatch site for new thing but I stick to linux mint.
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Version: 3.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-01
Votes: 19
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First discovered Mint back in 2007 while I was trying out various Distros hunting for an alternative to the Windows Vista abomination. I was working Computer Retail/Repair in those days and the reception to Vista was ugly to say the least. XP users who made the mistake of installing Norton AV or McAfee were facing resource dilemmas or what amounted to Corporate Ransomware attacks..... End Users were flooding in for repairs/returns and began requesting overpriced Apple products as a result.
We had even considered carrying Apple Products but were prevented from doing so due to the Extremely high cost to BUY IN and some of their ridiculous requirements. One would think Apple.Inc would have been more than glad to put a store in the middle of the Mall where we proposed...evidently Not.
Thus began Kicking around the various Distros to find a suitable alternative, one that the masses would accept. I had been running Mandrake, Redhat and Solaris for years at that point but each of them required a certain kind of "Geek", not exactly the sort of thing your grandparents were going to be using for email and obtaining pictures from that digital camera you bought them for xmas. It needed programs that were easily obtained and a layout similar to what they were using before. Mint also seemed to have a certain polish that many of the other Distros didnt immediately have (not without taking steps that would confuse new users anyway). So I began suggesting Mint to some of our customers (initially the more tech oriented bunch who were already dual booting some OS or another). The reception was better than expected and so I began suggesting it the less inclined as well....It was much better received than I expected. The mere mention of installing something other than a Microsoft or Apple product still tends to make people skeptical but I have been suggesting people give it a try for years now with very few complaints. Running the OS from a Live CD or Bootable Flash Drive so they could see an example of their "old PC" was actually capable of without the fear of committing the changes made a huge difference in its reception. We handed out hundreds of copies for customers to try and many of them inevitably became Mint users as well.
In those days Mint had barely broken the top 30 here on Distrowatch...It was no surprise to see it climb into the top spots. The developers have done a great job initiating users into the Linux community with every release. Including new variants started some of those users on the path to making it their own and trying other Distros. There are alot of great Distros to pick from but Mint is the one I am most likely to recommend.
If youre trying Linux for the first time Mint is the one.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-06-28
Votes: 25
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Linux Mint and its flavors to include LMDE put polish on the base systems they utilize (Ubuntu, Debian), to a degree that no one else has been able to execute. Nice little additions like an uninstall selection on a drop down on the software menu entry To file transfer options like Warpinator etc.. These things may sound trivial but what the LM team understands is that in the fast paced corporate IT world these things are time saving polish that aid production efficiencies across corporate IT. There is much of this polish in Mint and it sets them apart.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-06-28
Votes: 31
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I'm a grandmother (not the one mentioned here earlier, at least I don't think I am!) who's used Linux Mint for the past few years. I'm certainly no computer expert, but I find Linux Mint to be very user-friendly, unlike today's Windows, and exceptionally easy to use. The interface is similar enough to Windows that I was able to get up and running with it quickly some years ago when my son talked me into letting him install it on my laptop.
I use Linux Mint for everyday computing like browsing the web, checking my email, word processing, and games I enjoy. I've also installed programs like VLC and Audacity, even a Windows program I've used for years that I've installed with the help of my son. It's easy to use and I'd recommend it to anyone, especially adults my age who may be looking for a simple and reliable operating system for their home computer.
I like that Linux Mint's interface is similar to Windows. I especially like that Mint is stable and secure, seldom if ever causing any sort of problem. Having moved from Windows to Mint years ago, when Windows had become more of a problem for me than it was worth, I like that Mint just works as it should, month after month, year after year, with little if any fiddling with it other than keeping it up to date, something my son still helps me with.
Linux Mint is a great operating system for older adults, or for that matter for anyone looking for a simple and reliable operating system to use on their present computer, without having to purchase an expensive new Windows PC with all the crappy issues and aggravating downsides that come with it.
So, basically I love that my old laptop runs like new with Linux Mint in it, and that I don't have to buy something new to run today's Windows. There's nothing I need or want to do with my laptop that I can't do with Linux Mint, and that's the truth!
This is one grandmother's heart that Linux Mint warms 'almost' as much as her son does!
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-06-20
Votes: 67
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Linux Mint is like my grandmother: she's always there, she always welcomes me, she always has tea and cookies, she always has a smile. I, as a bad boy, have escaped many times to Arch, to Gentoo, even to Ubuntu...
But whenever I want to stop playing with Linux and start working with Linux, I end up on Linux Mint. It never fails, it allows to install flatpak, the Cinnamon desktop is beautiful and configurable, close to what Windows was before, easy to use.
Linux Mint is not Ubuntu. It is an improved Ubuntu, which gives more freedom to install what you want from the software manager you want. Ubuntu still hasn't fixed its snap-store bug: on Linux Mint this doesn't happen. It's true that LM doesn't have the newest kernel, but it does well on both new hardware (I'm writing with a new Lenovo ideaflex 5) and old hardware - I've had it for years on a Celeron-potato.
Granny, forgive me: I will never leave home in search of news. I'll be a good boy.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-06-03
Votes: 23
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Have been trying my share of Linux distro's on a Mini PC with a N5095 Celeron which is quad core and upgraded ram to 16Gb and a Nvram 256 Gb. Mint so far is my favorite since its user interface closely matches Windows which I have used for decades but find the direction Windows 11 took disturbing. I now only game on a Windows PC and now do everything else on an Apple device either Mac or IOS. But was looking for something for more mundane use and the Mini PC seemed interesting running a much less impactful Linux OS. Mint in the past has always been pretty stable and not quickly jumping into the fray of the latest quest like some of the other distros. I'd rather have stability then become another beta tester like I felt with Windows 11. Incremental improvements is the way to go, but I do have one minor disappointment with Mint. I do not like the default cursor/pointer that has been implemented. I prefer a sharper and not the child like fatter arrow that is the default. It is something easily changed so not a huge deal.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-05-25
Votes: 32
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I switched from Slackware to Mint (yes I am that old) because maintaining my Slackware was just becoming too time-consuming. I had used Debian in the past so I was familiar with the basic system. I find Mint to be an excellent system.
Pros:
The package update program Update Manager handles updates very smoothly, especially kernel updates with all the dependencies.
Synaptic (from Debian) is an awesome tool.
The Cinnamon desktop is very quick, easy to customize, and good looking.
Haven't found a broken package yet.
Cons:
Haven't found a way yet to follow the bleeding edge development system a la using 'unstable' in Debian. It's probably there, I just haven't found it yet. The normal packages are a little behind (which is what one would expect from a stable distribution.)
I've never had a problem with a broken package, even in the oddball software (I am a ham radio operator and I use a lot of that sort of software.) I've never had a problem with hardware incompatibilities. Otherwise, my software needs are fairly mundane.
The Distro Watch review of 21.1 suggests that Mint is a good beginner's distro. I would suggest that Mint is a good distro for anyone who wants a low maintenance yet very capable Linux box.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-23
Votes: 49
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I've been using Linux Mint 21.1 for a few weeks now, and I'm really impressed. As a long-time Windows user I was a little hesitant to try Linux, and the idea of switching to it just didn't seem feasible. But I have to say I'm glad I did, and glad that I was encouraged to take the plunge with Linux Mint.
Mint has proven to be everything I wanted in a desktop operating system. Easy to use, amazingly stable, and packed with features that give it every capability I want in an OS with none of the cumbersome, aggravating stuff I had to wade through with Windows 10 and 11, Linux Mint 21.1 has truly been a revelation.
One of the things I most enjoy with Linux Mint is its Cinnamon desktop environment. It's very user-friendly, and feels entirely familiar to a long-time Windows user like me. The taskbar is at the bottom of the screen, with menus in the same place as they are in Windows. I was up and running with Linux Mint in just minutes after installing it, and I didn't have to learn a bunch of new commands or keyboard shortcuts.
Something I really appreciate with Linux Mint is it's stability. In the weeks I've used it I haven't had a single crash or unexpected hang-up of any sort. The operating system is very reliable, and I can always count on it to start up quickly and run smoothly no matter what I'm doing with it.
Finally, Linux Mint comes with a wide variety of pre-installed software, including a web browser, an office suite, a media player, and a photo editor. I haven't had to install additional software just yet, and I've been able to do everything I need to do with the software that's already installed. What I'm learning though is that if I do need additional software at some point in time, pretty much anything I might need is instantly available in Mint's software repositories, software that's easily accessed and installed using Linux Mint's Software Manager.
I'm really impressed with Linux Mint 21.1. It's a great desktop operating system, and an ideal fit for Windows users looking for a stable, easy-to-use, and feature-rich alternative OS.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-23
Votes: 14
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Best stable linux distro LDME5. Does what is required of it.
Very simple to install and use.
Not cutting edge, but got tired from all the constant updates.
Highly recommended for novices and users who need a stable system.
LDME5 cinnamon is my favourite gui.
Tried most of other distros and come back to this every time.
So happy that I ditched MS several years ago, no regrets.
Now I am spreading the linux desktop to everyone who is fed up with their current MS setups.
All the tools are here and for free.
Very satisfied with the direction it is heading.
Highly recommended. 5 stars !
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-20
Votes: 12
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Linux Mint 21.1 is an outstanding desktop OS, the latest in a long line of great releases for this amazingly popular Ubuntu based Linux distribution. Offering a number of newly minted features and improvements, including a new desktop theme, a more vibrant default color scheme, and important performance and stability enhancements, this latest edition of Linux Mint is well worth experiencing for yourself.
Mint's new theme is called 'Aqua', and features a more vibrantly colorful look than its previous default theme. The Aqua theme uses the new GTK+ 4 tool kit to create a modern, stylish look, something that Mint 21.1 takes full advantage of in its latest release.
In addition to Aqua, its new default theme, Linux Mint 21.1 brings with it other visual changes including a new icon set, a new cursor theme, and new wallpapers. These handsome visual changes give Linux Mint 21.1 a more modern and polished look while retaining all the traditional Minty desktop goodness that users have come to so enjoy. Important performance and stability enhancements mean that Linux Mint 21.1 remains the top choice for users looking for the best-of-the-best in Ubuntu LTS based distros.
If you're new to Linux and want to start your journey with a legendarily reliable, highly secure, easy-to-use distribution that comes with a massive selection of top-tier software available via its 'Software Manager', then Linux Mint 21.1 is more than simply a great option, it's a choice that millions of users world wide don't go wrong with, a distro I've enjoyed since its first ever release in 2006, one I highly recommend to users of every experience level.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-05-19
Votes: 2
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A great distro, I have tried them all the mint with KDE was my favorite, but the cinnamon and xfce are very good as well. I would not hesitate to recommend this to any windows convert, it is that good and intuitive(especially compared to windows 11.You cannot go wrong with any version of Mint they are all solid and polished. A real nice user experience with everything where you expect it to be. This distro also has nice tools that make a users life easier like backup, and you can even learn to make a separate partition for data so you can keep it save and untouched.
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Version: 19.3
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-19
Votes: 7
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Longtime DOS guy, then naturally windows.
I demand a "windows like" linux layout.
Linux Mint trusty tara 19 has been my *only* OS now for 6 or 7 years.
Running so rock solid stable, I refuse to update past 19
WIndows 10 finally pushed me over the edge and I ran
GREAT linux for a windows refugee.
Once I got VM and installed/operated OS virtually? I was home free.
You can;t go wrong with Linux Mint
*multiple* recommendations from other geeks for this OS
Does not "clog up" and run slow, like windows always ends up doing
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-18
Votes: 2
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I love the way this distro is the most sable distro i have ever used. Some times you need adventure in life and for that you may use many distros available but if you want stability then I encourage you to use this distro the one n only LINUX MINT.
Some say its best for beginners but I say its best for everyone, irrespective of your experience. It just doesnt break. Its stable like a rock! Simple like filling water in a bottle and best in every way.
Oh! you want to play games, Linux Mint is ready to go distro!
Myself, M just loving it!!
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-17
Votes: 10
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Mint is the best distribution for beginners, families, friends, who need a stable, productive system, without too many updates.
It is the best distribution to switch from Windows to Linux.
It is the best distribution that gives the possibility to do the job without taking all the time for the settings or for fixing the failures. In addition, the LMDE 5 version also deserves an excellent mark for its stability and independence from Ubuntu.
I recommend Mint to beginners and to those who need a stable desk for bureaucratic tasks, internet, social networks, for children, for seniors, for the whole family.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-05-15
Votes: 0
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Linux Mint is just way too dated for me.
Old kernel.
Old packages.
Old aesthetics.
No Wayland support.
No minimal install option.
Not as refined as an official Ubuntu/Kubuntu install.
If it works for you that’s great!
This is not something I’ll be using or recommending.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-10
Votes: 13
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Linux Mint 21.1 Mate is a massively popular open-source operating system that offers a user-friendly desktop environment along with a staggeringly wide range of software options. As a long-term support release, Mint 21.1 Mate' provides users with stability, security, and truly impressive reliability.
One of the standout features of Linux Mint 21.1 in my view its Mate' desktop environment. Mate' is a lightweight, intuitive, and highly customizable desktop user interface. It provides a traditional desktop layout with a taskbar, start menu, and system tray, making it easy for users new to Linux, particularly those from a Windows background, to navigate the system.
Another great feature of Linux Mint 21.1 Mate' is its software center. With a wide range of applications that are easy to install and use, Mint's software center includes popular open-source applications like Firefox, LibreOffice, and Thunderbird, along with a huge variety of multimedia, graphic design, audio, and software development tools among others.
In terms of performance, Linux Mint 21.1 Mate' is fast and responsive, even on older hardware. Anyone new to Linux will find Mint's community highly responsive when it comes to answering questions or helping to solve problems that may arise. Mint 21.1 Mate' uses minimal system resources, making it an ideal choice for users with limited resource PCs or who simply want to run a relatively lightweight operating system.
While Linux Mint 21.1 Mate' offers a nice selection of software right out of the box, some users need to install additional applications to meet their needs. This is easily addressed by installing additional software from Mint's all inclusive Software Manager.
All things considered Linux Mint 21.1 is a genuinely great operating system, both for users who are new to Linux and want a stable, reliable, easy-to-use system, or experienced users who appreciate Mint's work in their behalf by providing the top ranked Long Term Support Ubuntu based distro available anywhere, and doing so faithfully for the better part of these past two decades.
Linux Mint's highly customizable desktop environments, including Cinnamon, Mate', and Xfce, together with the huge range of software options it provides and its exceptional level of security and performance, make it a top choice for anyone in search of a great desktop Linux experience - something that I've come to appreciate about Mint over the years I've used it.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-05-08
Votes: 0
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As a previous user of Mint, I had been using POP OS and MX Linux and wanted to go back to MINT to see if there was anything new. I tried to burn ISO image to a DVD then do the install but it wouldn't work. I knew there was some sort of problem, because the DVD would take an unusual amount of time to load and start up. After the install, the reboot the bios would tell me to install a bootable image to the Hard Disk, that nothing was installed. I tried to install to a USB and that worked but installing from the USB would give the same results.
I went back to MX Linux, which has its own unique problems but most of which I can deal with. I've also tried Magia (excuse the spelling), Fedora, Pop OS, and Ubuntu.
I don't know what you all did here but somethings not right and I'm sure that there are many others with the same problems. When I go to Discord or any other forums and tell them about this, they act as if they've never heard of this before and no one can give me an answer to why this is happening.
The one good thing is that I got it for free. So I'm not out any money and can go try another distribution. I'd be really ticked off if I had paid for a product like Windows OS and this happened.
For now, I'll just use another distribution.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-05-05
Votes: 8
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I am very satisfied with the Cinnamon version. It encountered the hardware without any problems. AMD FX 8100 RT5500XT. The installation of AMD proprietary files are in the Mint archives, all you have to do is type AMDGPU-PRO install. Same for Lutris. Everything works excellently except Stable Diffusion (InvokeAI a little better) these software installs but does not do the job. (p.s. this is a problem I have encountered in many distros except Kubuntu 20.04). Mint is super light and saves significantly on memory consumption.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-05-05
Votes: 12
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A number of months ago I switched from Windows to Linux Mint 21.1 as my primary operating system. This change over has been a remarkable experience with many surprising discoveries made along the way. From its three user-friendly interfaces to its stability and reliability, Linux Mint has shown itself to be a top-notch Linux distribution. Some of what I found particularly impressive in Mint are:
Ease of Use: Each of Linux Mint's three interface choices are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a perfect choice for both newcomers to Linux and experienced users. The Cinnamon desktop environment which I use provides a clean and organized layout, similar in a great many ways to the traditional Windows desktop. Cinnamon goes a long way towards easing the transition to desktop Linux for Windows users. Navigating through system settings and applications in Mint is a breeze, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Software Manager: Mint's Software Manager simplifies the installation and management of applications. Offering a vast library of software, categorized and rated by the community, it makes discovering and install new applications a breeze. Mint's Update Manager ensures that the system and its installed software are always up to date, enhancing security and stability.
Stability and Reliability: Linux Mint has been rock-solid in terms of stability and reliability. Built on Ubuntu's LTS (Long Term Support) releases, it provides the exceptionally benefits of that well-tested base system and receives all of its security updates. I've used Linux Mint for several months now without any crashes or major issues at all, providing me with an amazingly stable platform for my computing tasks.
Customizability: Linux Mint offers users a high degree of customization. We can personalize our desktop environment according to our own preferences. Changing the theme, tweaking panel settings, selecting different applets, or anything else we want to do with our desktops, we can do to our hearts content. The unobstructed flexibility Mint provides users allows each of us to create a unique and highly personal desktop experience, something I truly enjoy.
Vast Community Support: Linux Mint users enjoy a thriving community that is always ready to help. Official forums, community-driven documentation, and an incredibly active user base contribute to a vast storehouse of knowledge where users can find solutions to their queries or troubleshoot problems they may encounter. The community's friendliness and willingness to assist make it easy for newcomers to seek guidance and feel included as part of the Linux Mint family.
I confess that Linux Mint 21.1 has exceeded my expectations in terms of usability, stability, and community support. It provides a polished, user-friendly desktop environment that caters to both newcomers like me and experienced Linux users alike.
Whether you are looking for a reliable daily driver like I was, or simply seeking to check out a popular Linux alternative to bloated and rigidly constrained closed-source operating systems, from my point of view Linux Mint is an excellent choice, one the overwhelming majority never regret making!
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-05-01
Votes: 2
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My Journey Started with Linux Mint 19 Cinnamon. It was working great. The Updates to 19.1 and 19.2 didn't broke anything.
After the Release of 19.3 the Bug Festival was starting out of the Box.
With 19.3 the Audio and Video Stuttering (Local Videos Included) began there was no Solution to fix it.
Forums all full of these Bugs yes its Included also the new Version 21.1. Was trying to use XFCE and Mate but these bugs didn't gone away. Using a newer Kernel, Graphic's Driver, other Media Player didn't work. The same goe's also for LMDE 5.
My Personal Ressonance...
In every newer Version of Linux Mint it's getting more Bloat and more and more Unstable.
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Version: 20.3
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-04-25
Votes: 6
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With this distro I started using Linux as main system.
I tried many distros, but none of them didn't run as good as Linux Mint.
Everything here is running out of the box, only thing I changed was video player (VLC instead of Celluloid). No snap packages is very good point in my opinion.
Cinnamon is my favorite DE since I've seen it first time. By appearance it's looking like something between Windows 7 and XP. The version 5.2 is the best version, because has window animations, very cool calendar and is very stable and it's the last Cinnamon version, which is using Metacity (5.4 and 5.6 don't and that's why user can't configure theme for window borders). The other two DEs are great too, because just like Cinnamon they have conservative look and I love it.
Mint applications are great too, starting with Mintupdate, which is the best update manager I've ever seen. Text editor named "Xed" is amazing and looking nice and the file manager Nemo, which is the part of Cinnamon DE, has so many useful functions and user-friendly interface. Photoviewer "Xviewer" is great alternative to Windows Image Viewer for Windows user. Mintdrivers is great program for installing proprietary drivers (it's much easier comparing with Windows).
Comparing with Ubuntu, thanks to "no snap" and having less bloatware the Linux Mint is using less RAM, CPU and disk. It's running well on tablet-PC devices.
Unfortunately, in Linux Mint 21.x are new changes, which are making using the OS worse, for example issues with mouse, DE issues (very often in Cinnamon 5.4. which has new version of Window Manager), some missing settings (fortunately some of them've returned in Cinnamon 5.6), PPA issues (Ubuntu 22.04 issue) and other issues, so the best way having stable system is to install version 20.3, which has support until May 2025.
Pros:
Stable
Working out of the box
Conservative look
Similar look to Windows XP/7 (good for Windows users)
Mint-X icons
Mint & Xapps - MintUpdate, Nemo, Xed, Xviewer, Mintdrivers,...
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-04-19
Votes: 1
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Not a fan... just too far behind for me. Additionally, they don't have any desktop environment I like.
Linux Mint bundles too much out of the box. And with Flatpak ingrained in the operating system itself, there's just no way I'm interested in using this. Try to remove it and you're going to have troubles. Reminds me of how elementaryOS and ZorinOS are configured. I won't use those either.
Kubuntu is what I recommend for beginners. It's simple, looks and feels great! Drivers also have not been an issue as is yet.
Linux Mint looks and feels like I'm stepping back in time. And that's not something I'm looking for.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-04-15
Votes: 2
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Linux Mint 21.1
Personally I tried many other distributions and when I found Mint I undertood it was THE one to use.
And this, since version 12.
As it is based on Ubuntu, not only you have a large community of Mint users able to help, you also have the larger user base of Ubuntu willing to help too.Mint people are reactive to issues. The MATE version is very polished and easy to navigate into.
The addition of APP images (not specific to Mint) adds a big plus to the use of Linux now.
A big plus to Mint, and again may be to other Linux, are the updates. It takes seconds when an update is available to install it without a need to restart, contrary to a well known operating system.
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Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-04-13
Votes: 8
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Best stable linux distro LDME5. Does what is required of it.
Very simple to install and use.
Not cutting edge, but got tired from all the constant updates.
Highly recommended for novices and users who need a stable system.
LDME5 cinnamon is my favourite gui.
Tried most of other distros and come back to this every time.
So happy that I ditched MS several years ago, no regrets.
Now I am spreading the linux desktop to everyone who is fed up with their current MS setups.
All the tools are here and for free.
Very satisfied with the direction it is heading.
Highly recommended. 5 stars !
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-04-12
Votes: 0
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I see zero reasons to use this.
First and foremost, this is very ugly. I can't stand Cinnamon. It is completely dated, slow and clumsy to use.
MATE and XFCE are not much better.
Very dated kernel.
Performance is lacking.
For me this is NOT something I would use nor recommend. There are plenty of better options out there to chose from.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-04-12
Votes: 4
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Linux Mint has been more solidly stable for me than Debian "stable", which I ran for about three years. But, when an update broke Debian, it went down hard. Fortunately I had a backup! (I learned the hard way why they put the word stable in quotes)
At first I used LMDE, but then switched over to the Cinnamon edition to get a few more features. (PS: congratulations to the Mint team on finally getting your desktop accepted as an official Ubuntu flavor!)
I prefer the windoze-like interface as I spent the majority of my career supporting that OS and it just feels familiar. I can (and do) use other desktop like Plasma, LXQt, MATE, Gnome, LXDE, Xfce, etc, but only in VMs (no Fluxbox, please).
Overall, I think that you'll find Mint just gets out of your way and lets you work, game, research, or whatever.
That's my story and I'm sticking to it! ;)
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-04-09
Votes: 0
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I tried both the Cinnamon version and the xfce one, the one I liked the most was the xfce one.
I was able to try them for a long time, the Cinnamon environment didn't impress me, I didn't like the start menu with small icons and too much space between them, I prefer the more compact xfce one, it invades the desktop less when it opens and the graphic effect is more pleasant.
Furthermore, the lightness of xfce makes the PC extremely responsive, it turns on in seconds and shuts down almost immediately.
I'm not a fanatic of the aesthetics of operating systems, I prefer them minimalist but reactive and stable, with this version of Mint xfce I found my ideal solution because I can work completely through the graphical environment without going crazy with the terminal (which I use at the minimum indispensable) and the pc gives me a pleasant sensation of great reactivity and lightness.
With the cinnamon version I had some compatibility problems with the network card, Realtek RTL8111/8168/8411, it crashed every now and then, I solved this problem using a vpn, with the vpn activated the data was downloaded smoothly.
Using xfce strangely this problem disappeared.
However both cinnamon and xfce are two complete distros, I particularly appreciate the program "Hypnotix" a very well done ip television, I use it a lot.
Overall I am very satisfied, satisfied to have abandoned Windows, and to have found a valid alternative with Linux Mint.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-04-08
Votes: 1
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My laptop is Lenovo Legion 5, I have tried ubuntu 20, 21, 22, each of these have problems with my laptop.
1.ubuntu 22,
Initially the problem is just I can not set brightness, lately it restart at random every 45-90 minute, which is very disturbing, and made me has to switch OS.
2. ubuntu 20
it is slow when I change "display resolution", some resolution also doesn't work, on the second restart I can't open my terminal, sometime it feel slower when opening application (compared to ubuntu 22)
3. ubuntu 21
driver not vailable, when installing I can't connect to wifi, which leads me to unable to set brightness (perhaps driver problem)
4. Linux mate
so far so good, no mentioned problem as for now
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 2
Date: 2023-04-08
Votes: 0
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I don't know what happened with Linux Mint. Was a user for over 4 years and now when you try and install it (Mate version) it takes very long for the CD to read. Then it goes through the install and you remove CD, reboot, and your computer (my hp probook 6570b) tells me that there is no system installed on the hard drive. This never happened before and my hardware has not changed in several years. I install Fedora, MX-linux, it seems to be fine then. Wish you could fix this as I don't want to try and figure out a work around just to get it installed. I do appreciate the developement teams efforts over the years. Please look into this. I want to run MINT again!
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 3
Date: 2023-04-08
Votes: 0
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Installing on legacy BIOS it complains that I have not set up any efi partition and that system may not install and may not even boot.
Well, I don't need efi partition on legacy BIOS.
So it did complete installation and it did boot. As expected.
At fist glance in looked real good with many start options from Welcome screen to configure new system.
So I wanted to change the look and found 33,000 themes. Really? Who needs that?
Software center looked good too until realizing that packages are stale, some 3 versions behind the current.
Installed wine, tried to run winecfg and it complained about missing gecko.
Tried to run Windows program and found that Windows Program Launcher is missing.
What a disappointment Mint is!
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-04-08
Votes: 2
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Linux Mint 21.1 MATE is and has been my preferred desktop OS for a very long time. Renowned for its stability and reliability, I've relied on Mint for well over a decade to work consistently and without issues, something that's essential for a primary desktop OS. Based on Ubuntu's LTS desktop OS, Mint has carved out a well earned top spot for itself that's unique in the Linux community.
Its three user-friendly interfaces, Cinnamon, MATE and Xfce are widely acclaimed as best in their respective fields. The MATE desktop is easy to use, even for those new to Linux. Its menu system is highly intuitive, and the flexible desktop panel provides quick access to frequently used applications. Additionally, Mint 21.1 MATE comes with a broad range of widely used pre-installed software such as LibreOffice, the Firefox web browser, and many more. I can use Linux Mint for typical desktop computing tasks immediately after installation without needing to install additional software. Any additional software I may need is readily available from Mint's 'Software Manager', making it simple to cover all my computing needs from one well organized place.
One of Linux Mint 21.1 MATE's biggest advantages is its ease of customization. I can customize the MATE desktop environment precisely to my liking, whether that means changing its entire appearance, adding or removing widgets, modifying the panel, making the DE work the way I want it to and not the way someone else dictates it should work, and a whole lot more. Tailoring MATE's desktop to my specific needs and preferences without being dictated to by others is a breath of fresh air in today's world.
Linux Mint has long been a fantastic choice for a primary desktop operating system. It's stable, reliable, user-friendly and easily customizable, making it a great choice for users at every skill level. Its outstanding reliability and functionality keeps it my primary desktop operating system choice, and Mint 21.1 MATE remains the 'best of the best' when it comes to Ubuntu LTS based Linux OSs - bar none..
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-03-30
Votes: 1
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I have been using Mint since 2014, when I installed version 17.1 with the xfce desktop.
I still use Mint, I had a brief trial with Ubuntu, but soon came back. I have just installed version 21.1, still with xfce desktop.
Pros;
Easy to navigate, easy to use, most things just work straight away, just need to add a few pieces of software such as GIMP, vlc, and away you go.
Cons;
I'd like it if Pulse Audio could have an easy way to set default sample rates, I know how to change settings in daemon.conf, but it would be nice if it was a bit easier, and also to set recording sample rates.
However, this is a minor issue.
Mint can also produce great quality audio via a good quality dac, with which I use Tauon music player.
I'm glad I found Mint, a top-quality OS.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-29
Votes: 8
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I've been using Mint since 2015, Linux user since 1997. Linux Mint enabled me to finally use Linux full-time, instead of dual boot or in a virtual machine. I can install this on bare metal and know (for a fact) that I can get work done. Simple, elegant, and ready for the mass market.
I've managed to install this on most of my family's computers and it only served to enhance their computing experience. I recent took a 2013 iMac and installed Mint on it. Now it can actually be used as a "main" computer for my living room. My kids play games (Robocraft), watch movies etc.
It's the perfect OS for the general public.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-23
Votes: 3
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Hi; just thought I'd throw my tuppence worth into the hat.
I've been using Linux Mint for years now and have installed it on a number of different machines both for myself and for family members. I don't remember it ever letting anyone down. It's not the distro I started with but it is what I'm sticking with. If you want something fast, friendly and reliable: Linux Mint with Cinnamon desktop. Uninstall anything you don't need from the default setup and then Flatpak or apt-get to your hearts content. I don't know what else to add really. It was good to me as a beginner and it's still good to me as a professional. Try it as a virtual machine or live USB first to see what you think.
Tip: get yourself an external HD or SSD and leave it plugged in. Set the Timeshift utility so it sends daily snapshots to your external drive. Now if there is ever a problem, you can just roll your system back.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-20
Votes: 1
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No Snaps. No Frills. No errors. Simple to use. Run any program I need. Fast. Excellent choice of preinsalled programs, Timeshift easy to use and without the hassle of create subvolumens. Beautiful desktop intuitive. Working areas and tiling is perfect to me. Quick and perfect installation.........
The bad. Hypnotix freezes , may be is needed another IPTV player. There is nothing bad with Linux Mint!! When I go from Uma to Vera the upgrade was all right. With each version the system only improves.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-19
Votes: 0
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Once again I turned to Mint to save my proverbial bacon. I have a Brother colour laser. It prints from Arch distros like Manjaro, _but_ ... only single sided. No matter what "settings" are tweaked in CUPS or elsewhere, one side is all it can do. I have wasted entire weeks on this futile task, attempting to "hack" my way to double-sided printing.
Enter Mint, which from a USB-bootup immediately recognised the correct printer, _and_ happily printed double-sided. Zero drama, just pure results and pure bliss.
But then, you ask, why do I insist on running Manjaro and not just fully switch to Mint? I ran Mint for years, but Debian and Ubuntu, the upline distros, sometimes make silly decisions and also are extremely lethargic to update software. For example I had been happily running InkScape 1.0 for almost a year with and Arch distro before Mint caught up to the 1.x series. And if you add a bunch of PPAs for newer software, those really bite you hard at upgrade time to the next release.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-18
Votes: 1
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Linux Mint has been my 'go to' OS choice for many years. There are several reasons for this, some that I will highlight here:
Linux Mint offers three user-friendly interfaces, Cinnamon, Mate' and Xfce. Personally I'm partial to Mate', having cut my Linux 'baby teeth' on Gnome 3.x many years ago. But whatever your GUI preference may be, each of these desktop environments make Mint an easy to navigate, attractive choice for beginners as well as users at every level who prefer a simple to grasp full feature operating system suitable for virtually any task that's required of it.
Mint is well known for its stability and reliability, making it a popular choice for those of us who value consistency and predictability.
Mint is compatible with a wide range of hardware and software, making it a versatile, highly reliable choice for users with different needs.
Mint, in each of its three desktop interface choices, lets users customize their environment and other settings according to their preferences, giving them ultimate control over their computing needs and experiences - completely unlike anything the 'pay-to-play' highly restrictive worlds of Windows and macOS provide.
Mint is recognized world wide for its security features, including built-in firewall protection, frequent security updates, most of which run in the background and require no re-boot to activate, and its robust encryption options.
As an open-source operating system, Mint's source code is freely available and can be modified and distributed or redistributed by anyone. This openness, something that closed-source software doesn't provide, promotes collaboration and innovation within the community, making Mint a popular choice not only for the general purpose 'daily driver' computing we all do, but for software developers and tech enthusiasts alike.
Overall, Linux Mint is highly popular because it offers users a stable, user-friendly, and customizable operating system that's compatible with a wide range of hardware and software, providing robust security features and an open-source environment that's second to none.
Little wonder that Linux Mint continues to stand out as 'Ubuntu done Right', as it has since 2006 in the robust world of Ubuntu based desktop operating systems.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-17
Votes: 2
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Linux Mint just keeps on getting better! I have been using mint for qute a while and have tried almost every flavor of linux over the last 10 years. I use Mint with dual boot windows 10 and will soon use Linux Mint as my primary Operating System. I guess my only gripe is that my easythether wont work on mint 21.1 . I have some quite old desktop coputers that I put some cheap 256gb ssd's in and they run this version of mint very well. It is amazing that a 17 year old computer is still usable with smooth performance on a 2.5 ghz athlon x2 with 4gb of ram!
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Version: 20.3
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-16
Votes: 0
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I'm using Linux Mint everyday for work and entertainment since a few years now and it *never* failed me.
It's everything a good OS should be, nothing less. Constantly updated, everything is polished.
It works great on my 8 GiB RAM 7th-Gen Core i5. According my typical RAM usage, it wouldn't have much issues even if I had only 4 GiB, but I suspect if I had only 2 GiB I would probably pick a lighter distro... sorry for the OT here.
I recommend Linux Mint to every Linux user, and also to those looking for a solid alternative to the other OSes.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-14
Votes: 3
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The best Gnu Linux distribution for everyone, novice, intermediate and advanced.
Advantages:
Good hardware recognition.
Easy to use (since I have it installed I have never had to enter commands in the terminal).
Very fast.
Low resource consumption.
It comes with everything you need to start working immediately.
Easily customizable, thanks to the tools it comes with (you can also use the web page: cinnamom look org).
Great support community.
No advertising.
No spyware.
Does not force you to use programs you don't want to use.
For all these reasons I highly recommend Linux Mint (since I installed it I have never felt the need to go back to Windows).
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-03-11
Votes: 0
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I have been using Linux as my main operating system for 5 years. It took me a long time to find the optimal distribution. The first was Manjaro. Unfortunately, it turned out to be very unstable in my case. Yes, there were the latest packages, but after every update there was a risk of crashing. Then I used Ubuntu Budgie for a long time. I was very happy with this system. Unfortunately Canonical's snap policy does not suit me at all. The snap packages themselves leave a lot to be desired. So it was a natural step to look for an Ubuntu-based, snap-free system. The choice fell on Mint and it turned out to be a very good move. The system is polished, fast and stable. It has the software I need and is easy to use. It is also snap free, which for me is a big advantage. It has extensive online support and the developers are clear about their development goals. Of course, it is completely free, as is the software available for it. In my opinion, it will work perfectly well as a basic operating system for home or even business use. I can recommend it to anyone.
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Version: 21.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-03-08
Votes: 3
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Security: Linux Mint is known for its robust security features, which make it less vulnerable to malware and hacking attacks. It comes with a built-in firewall and various security tools that help protect your system from unauthorized access.
Customization: Linux Mint is highly customizable, allowing you to personalize your desktop environment to your liking. It comes with a range of pre-installed themes, icons, and fonts, and you can also download additional ones from the internet.
User-friendly interface: Linux Mint has a clean and user-friendly interface that is easy to navigate, even for beginners. Its menu system is intuitive, and its default applications are organized in a logical manner, making it easy to find what you need.
Stability: Linux Mint is known for its stability and reliability. It has a reputation for being rock-solid and rarely crashing, even when running for extended periods.
Software availability: Linux Mint comes with a vast library of pre-installed software, including popular applications like LibreOffice, GIMP, and VLC media player. It also has access to the vast Ubuntu software repository, which contains thousands of free and open-source applications.
Compatibility: Linux Mint is compatible with most hardware and software, making it a versatile operating system that can be used on a wide range of devices. It also supports a range of file formats, making it easy to work with documents and media files.
Free and open-source: Linux Mint is free to download and use, and it is also open-source software. This means that anyone can access its source code and modify it to suit their needs, making it a truly customizable operating system.
Community support: Linux Mint has a large and active community of users and developers who provide support and contribute to the development of the operating system. This means that if you have any issues or questions, you can find help quickly and easily.
In conclusion, Linux Mint is a reliable, secure, and customizable operating system that is easy to use and supported by a large community of users and developers. Its flexibility, stability, and compatibility make it an excellent choice for individuals and organizations alike.
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Latest Reviews
Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-22
Votes: 19
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I have used Linux Mint for several years now, And find that it is really one of the Best Distro's out there. Its reliable, fast and Stable.The Mint team stays on top of things and makes sure that all is running smooth. I really like the way it installs the drivers for my printers and they work , i dont have this big headache of hoping they are going to print . Its like they just work out of the box. I would really recommend all Window user when its time for them to get off Windows 10, to move over to Linux Mint its a way better operating system and not all the headaches . All you need is common sense and you can go in and make alot of changes to your liking. Thank you to the Linux Mint Team .
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-21
Votes: 10
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I use the Xfce edition, which is great for really old hardware. (and even speedier on newer hardware)
I've used numerous distros over the years, but have settled on Mint in recent years, and haven't been tempted to switch since.
On computers I maintain for others, mostly Windows users, but some Mac users, I set up desktop shortcuts to Firefox and LibreOffice and so far nobody has been lost as to what to do. (4 years of that)
While the Ubuntu base was originally a good thing, Mint came about because of some unpopular decisions made by Ubuntu...and I suspect I will eventually switch to the LMDE version as it stabilizes. (Although, of course, if Mint suddenly makes some unpopular moves in the future, I could end up switching again...but so far this hasn't been needed.)
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-20
Votes: 10
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Linux Mint is a last 10 years may only distro, which perfectly fits to all my needs. Excellent possibilities to manage kernels, drivers, and repos. Flatpak is a very viable alternative to the PPA's. But mainly, Linux Mint is distro with extremely smooth and reliable upgrade procedure. And, at the end, integration of TimeShift app guarantee to user very simple way how to restore whole OS to the latest fully functional state.
I'm just testing LMDE 6 beta, because dependence on Ubuntu is more and more difficult task, and yes LMDE is now not so perfect as LM 21.2, but in the future (1-2 years) will be LMDE the only way how to avoid recent terrible Ubuntu developments. So, LM/LMDE is an exceptional distro for anybody who is looking for reliable and yet simple Linux distribution.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-09-19
Votes: 3
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A really stable and good OS with pleasant interface (Cinnamon). One of the few distributions handling dual (optimus) graphics Intel/Nvidia properly. In games, good performance despite the older Nvidia and Mesa drivers as it is not a rolling distribution. It is still based on X11 compositor but I am not in hurry to move to Wayland, particularly for gaming.
The question now is: with Ubuntu going all snaps, including in the software store, what will Mint developers do? LMDE is promising but Nvidia drivers support need to improve.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 20.3
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-16
Votes: 20
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Easy to transition to from Windows. I like it as a development platform.
Very intuitive user interface. Great for beginners to Linux and equally powerful for experienced users.
I like that its based on Ubuntu. Thus, it has lots of documentation.
Lots of great utilities. Great multimedia support.
It slices and dices too!
Whenever someone asks me which distro they should use, Linux Mint is my first answer.
I don't like the GUI that come with Ubuntu, but Mint has a GUI we can all love.
While you do get a choice of the GUI on Mint, I always go with the default.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-14
Votes: 30
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I don't know, is Linux Mint a very good operating system?
Or did I fail to use the others?
No matter what distribution I tried, I always encountered problems and most of the time I could not solve these problems.
I can do things that I cannot do in other distributions with just one click in Linux Mint. For example, dual graphics card nividia installation
Using arch is very difficult
And constant updating like Windows puts a lot of load on old computers. enough to freeze
fedora nvidia support is very bad
and the desktop is heavy too
Distributions such as Ubuntu Majora are on the way to becoming a company
and their names are associated with privacy violations
Is what is said true? I don't know but I've always avoided questionable things
Even though Debian is stable, it is so difficult to activate dual graphics cards on my laptop.
I never succeeded. Also, wine did not work at all in Debian 11 and 12, or I could not run it.
Although lxde and lxq are very lightweight desktops, unfortunately they look very old
And as they are old, they are also very inadequate for computer use.
xfce and mate were designed for lightness, but over time, ram usage increases. They consume too much RAM and look old.
I never used Mate because I didn't like its panel.
but I tried xfce. It seems fast, but when you run a program like blender, there are delays, freezing and screen fragmentation, and also the wine shortcuts I created on the desktop sometimes do not work.
Shortcuts that work in cinnamon do not work in xfce
Even though it's the same version (linux Mint 21st) it still doesn't work
Gnome has become a RAM monster. It eats as much RAM as Windows 10. But it is not useful for mouse and keyboard use. It is not useful at all like windows 8
linux mint has been the only operating system I have used without any difficulties and cinnamon desktop
When I escaped from the problems of Windows and came to Linux Mint, I felt no strangeness at all and got used to it immediately.
The Linux Mint team has scanned Cinnamon so well and so cleverly.
I didn't feel any deficiency.
I also noticed something strange.
Note: Since I use dual graphics cards, RAM usage seems to be higher than normal.
debian 12 gnome = ram = 2.1 gb
debian 12 cinnamon ram = 1.9 gb
debian 11 xfce ram 1.3 gb
debian 12 xfce ram = 1.5 gb
mx linux (debian 11) ram = 1.3 gb
mx linux (debian 12) xfce= 1.5 gb
linux mint 20.3 cinnamon ram 1.6
linux mint 21 cinnamon = 1.6 gb
linux mint 21.1 cinnamon=1.6 gb
linux mint 2.2 cinnamon 1.6gb
lmde 6 cinnamon beta ram 1.6gb
While all distributions increase RAM every time they release a new version, Linux MinRT Cinnamon always manages to stay the same.
In Linux Mint Cinnamon, there is not even a difference in RAM between versions, it is always the same.
standard, stable, user-friendly, easy
I hope Linux Mint will always continue like this. never changes
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-10
Votes: 12
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I love LMDE. It is an exceptionally solid operating system.
As a ricer, I also enjoy the KDE desktop and LMDE by far, has been the OS to install a KDE desktop. I have tried it on Linux Mint versions since KDE was dropped from the official line up, but it was never stable for me. However, placing a KDE desktop on LMDE works flawlessly. I believe it is due to the fact that LMDE has Debian as the backbone and of course Debian supports a KDE environment.
The bottom line is if you are in the market for a solid OS, take a look at LMDE.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-09
Votes: 10
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Installed XFCE version on a late 2009 IMac via an external SSD. It runs very smoothly. Initial boot is fairly slow, as is the initial opening an installed app, but once opened, they run as quickly as my much more current machines. I found this impressive!
Also, installed it on an old HP 6200 (which included an i3-2100 with 4gb memory, an SSD, and a GT 710 graphics card, with equally impressive results.
Mind you they aren't quite up to my M1 Mac Mini, or my Ryzen 5 2600 with GTX 1050, but they don't embarrass themselves either...
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-09
Votes: 6
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I have LMDE5 on an Alienware Laptop, and 4 - HP small form desktop PCs. I have a gaming PC running Linux Mint 21.2 due to fact that it has an NVIDIA GPU that is a bit temperamental with LMDE5. I have always liked the idea of having a Debian based Linux Mint.
I have been associated with Distributed Computing for years and that is the primary focus for these PCs and laptop. I have enjoyed Linux Mint since it's inception, primarily due to the fact that it "just works" for me. I have installed and used many Linux Distros over the years, but have always returned to Linux Mint.
That's the beauty of Linux Distros is the sheer number and varieties to choose from...almost an endless array of fun. But at the end of the day, Linux Mint is my everyday driver.
If you are looking for a solid OS for your computing needs, I would recommend LMDE5.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-09-08
Votes: 3
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This is my second Mint 21.2 installation on a refurbished computer in my bedroom within the last week. I recently tried Debian 12, but wasn’t happy with some of the less than user-friendly things it presented to me, so I installed Mint 21.2. No issues during installation, which seems to happen no matter how often or what version of Mint I use. Ran that for a few days, and decided to give Pop!_OS another crack, which didn’t last long because of a number of minor issues that shouldn’t have been issues.
Re-installed Mint 21.2 late last night, and this time I kept track of the time it took to install, update/upgrade, and configure things the way I wanted.
Again, it was a trouble-free, quick, and intuitive installation that included the option to install codecs. I initiated the installation at 12:46am. Eleven minutes later, at 12:57, installation had finished and I was instructed to restart the system Once it booted up it only took another 6 minutes to completely update & upgrade. I then proceeded with my usual configuration/tweaking.
I installed neofetch, modified the date/time to include the day of the week (a total of three mouse clicks), installed Firefox with the settings I prefer, as well as uBlock Origin adblocker, and Startpage search engine extensions, downloaded and implemented the desktop background I prefer, activated my firewall, and set both Timeshift and Update Manager to automate. I was finished at 1:25am
I then went into the living room, turned on my wireless printer, and by the time I had walked back to my bedroom Mint had already found the printer, which I set to default. Easy peasy, and I wish I could say something negative about Mint, but with installations this trouble-free I’d be hard pressed to rate it anything lower than a hard 9.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-09-08
Votes: 10
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If your goal is a smooth-running operating system
you are at the right place.
linux mint will never give you a problem, the aim of the team is to provide a smooth use anyway
If you don't want to get an update of how many GB every week, you are in the right place.
linux mint updates are not such installed packages. you wonder if there is an update
If you want your personal rights and privacy to be respected, you are in the right place.
linux mint never collects user data
If you want to use linux without any difficulty, you are in the right place.
linux mint is the easiest and most understandable operating system to use.
If your goal is a secure operating system, you are in the right place.
because linux mint releases LTS versions that it will support for years, and it does not rush to upgrades and updates. moves forward with firm steps. So your computer never crashes with an update.
If you want a desktop with the best use, you are in the right place.
linux mint cinnamon offers the simplest, easiest and best looking desktop I've ever used
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-28
Votes: 31
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This version of Mint is the best ever. It keeps improving with every version. I tried, but I have nothing negative to say.
I only wish they rely solely on the debian base, this distro will be the absolute best then. (Ubuntu puts to many software only in snaps.)
Never have I experienced problems, only small annoyances from time to time. The community is very helpful, also for new users. Mint is well documented and a lot of useful information can be found on the internet.
And I don't need the latest of the unstable - wayland among others - I need my computer because I have work to be done.
You can configure it like you want. And it's not dependent on an corporation.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-26
Votes: 13
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* The best driver I've seen among Linux distributions, and especially the nvidia implementation.
* Being Debian based makes it very stable considered to Arch, Fedora, openSUSE and other bases.
* Dual booting with Windows is really easy.
* Flatpak + Snapd + AppImage + APT...
* Cinnamon is an in-between interface. It is neither too tight nor visually weak.
* The Linux kernel comes with 5.15, but you can update it to 6.2 from the driver manager. Nvidia driver is installed one click ahead, up to 3 versions backwards.
If you have Nvidia card, this is your distro.
The only thing missing is the documentation is a bit poor and more desktop options like KDE, GNOME would be nice.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 3
Date: 2023-08-26
Votes: 0
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les juro que a mint, lo he instalado en cpus que windows 11 rinde normal y windows 10 rinde super bien (juegos y editores de videos); pero he intentado linux mint y sufro mucho, lo he instalado en AMD Pro, en intel decima generacion, en intel primeras generaciones, con nvidia, con graficos integrados, etc etc... y rinde mal... no se que computadoras tendran los que si les va bien (yo he probado en 2 pcs y 4 laptops diferentes), y el rendimiento es muy bajo, se lagea, si abro dos pestañas se cuelga por milisegundos, etc... mis pcs "modernas" manejan bien windows 11 y 10; mis pcs antiguas manejan super bien windows 8.1... he intentando cambiar kernels (xanmod, etc) y usar sus kernel por defecto, pero nada, igual... y me extraña porque otras distros "pesadas" (ubuntu) rinden bien... no se porque es tan valorada esta distro, la quiero usar por el tema de que es "estable y solida", pero siempre el gestor de software me sale con cada bug y fallo, o se queda congelado... y hablo a lo largo de distintas versiones (desde mint 18)...
I swear that mint, I have installed it on cpus that windows 11 performs normally and windows 10 performs super well (games and video editors); but I have tried linux mint and I suffer a lot, I have installed it on AMD Pro, on intel tenth generation, on intel first generations, with nvidia, with integrated graphics, etc etc... and it performs poorly... I don't know which computers will have the that if they do well (I've tried on 2 pcs and 4 different laptops), and the performance is very low, it lags, if I open two tabs it hangs for milliseconds, etc... my "modern" pcs handle windows 11 well and 10; my old pcs handle windows 8.1 super well... I've tried to change kernels (xanmod, etc) and use their default kernels, but nothing, the same... and it surprises me because other "heavy" distros (ubuntu) perform well... I don't know why this distro is so valued, I want to use it because it's "stable and solid", but the software manager always shows me every bug and crash, or it freezes... and I talk about it length of different versions (since mint 18)
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-25
Votes: 12
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I've used Linux Mint the past 17 years, and know it as a user-friendly, stable, feature-rich operating system that's perfect for everything I do with it day to day - graphic art, video editing, running a couple of favorite Windows programs in 'WINE', occasional gaming, and lots more. As a one time Linux beginner (we all started somewhere!) who's now an experienced user, I can say without hesitation that Linux Mint 21.2 is simply the best Mint OS offering yet.
Mint 21.2 comes with many new features and improvements, including a new Cinnamon desktop environment with a refreshed look and feel, a new Software Manager with a more user-friendly interface, much improved performance and stability, and new applications including a new file manager and a new media player, to name but a few.
I updated to Linux Mint 21.2 a few weeks ago, and I'm honestly impressed with it. It adds a new layer of user-friendliness to everything we had in previous versions, plus it's stability and performance has again been ramped up to accommodate the assortment of tasks it's use'd for these days. I've experienced no problems at all with Mint 21.2, which is what I've come to expect over the years of every upgrade the Linux Mint team puts out.
From my vantage point I'd happily recommend Linux Mint 21.2 as the perfect choice for beginners and experienced users alike. Whatever one's Linux skill level, they'll find Mint's updated Cinnamon desktop environment incredibly user-friendly, easy to navigate no matter what's asked of it. And Mint's newly updated Software Manager, with its huge store of online software repositories, is equally well-organized and easy to use.
Mint's performance is exceptional, even on older hardware - which most if not all of us have examples of laying around, perfectly good PCs that will no longer run the hugely bloated commercially focused Windows and macOS's available these days, will literally return to full productive life once Linux Mint 21.2 is installed on them!
Mint 21.2's underlying stability is excellent. I've had zero crashes or other problems with it, nor for that matter have I ever had actual stability issues with Linux Mint from its earliest days to the present, which says something about the Giant Debian and Ubuntu shoulders that Mint continues to be based upon.
Preinstalled apps in Mint 21.2 are high-quality and well-maintained, and the massive array of popular software add-ons that are available via Mint's Software Manager provide most everything users need these days in readily available software packages that are instantly available to install and use.
Those who enjoy trying out the latest and greatest of everything that's available can do so with confidence, knowing that if things don't work out as they hoped they can call on Timeshift and quickly step back to where they were before they started down that particular side trail!
If you're new to Linux, I highly recommend giving Linux Mint 21.2 a try. It's a great way to experience the power and flexibility of Linux without having to master any sort of steep learning curve in the process!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-08-25
Votes: 0
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Grossly overrated distribution.
Cinnamon, MATE and Xfce are your choices of desktop environment. All are equally dated, lack luster and just plain terrible. Perfect for those that embrace nostalgia.
Performance and driver support is way behind mainline Ubuntu and its official flavors. Wayland?
I kind of feel like Marty McFly stepping back in time using this.
There is no benefit to using this over official Ubuntu, Kubuntu, etc...
Very hard pass for me!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-24
Votes: 14
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linux mint just works and the most beautiful works without any problems
I've been using it for about 5 months no problem
I've had problems with all the distros I've tried
video card problem
dual video card problem
wireless network problem
and many more problems
this is the first reason i use linux Mint
the second is easy to use
It does not give you any difficulties while using it while installing.
it's stable, it's secure, it's very easy to understand and especially Cinnamon is a great desktop
I could list many more reasons, but I think these two are enough.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-22
Votes: 18
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Extremely good and "one-stop" distribution.
Easy to install, easy to use, works well, stable.
You can do everything with it, lots of packages, well supported.
I am using it since my beginning of Linux (circa 2017) and I never had problems with it, it simply works and you have nothing to do besides an update via the Shield icon when it is asked.
A big plus is the forum is really friendly and nice, so if you are lost or in doubt about something, please ask your question on it, no question is stupid, and we all started life by learning things.
Thank you Clem for this well-put together distro.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-21
Votes: 9
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Extremely good and "one-stop" distribution.
Easy to install, easy to use, works well, stable.
You can do everything with it, lots of packages, well supported.
I am using it since my beginning of Linux (circa 2017) and I never had problems with it, it simply works and you have nothing to do besides an update via the Shield icon when it is asked.
A big plus is the forum is really friendly and nice, so if you are lost or in doubt about something, please ask your question on it, no question is stupid, and we all started life by learning things.
Thank you Clem for this well-put together distro.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-20
Votes: 10
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Really solid distribution.
I installed for my friends' laptop.
It just works out of the box, and become better and better after some tuning and customization.
This one will last for a long time. Really like it.
I have been using Mac for long time, and this version of Mint is absolutely awesome.
Putting stable and usability in the first place.
The other advantage is there is option to choose different linux kernel, from 5.1.5 to 6.x, and roll back if you don't like the new version. This is very convenient and give users freedom to try new things.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-19
Votes: 13
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I am very happy with my experience using Linux Mint, Cinnamon edition, as my daily operating system. Upon closer inspection of the intricate details such as themes, design aesthetics, settings, and customization options, it becomes clear that this distribution is crafted with an exceptional degree of care and passion.
One standout feature is the menu panel, which I find to be unparalleled, surpassing even the functionality of Windows. Additionally, the applets offered here, in my personal opinion, outshine their counterparts in KDE, both in terms of aesthetics and conviviality. It's worth noting that the memory usage is impressively efficient, utilizing nearly half the resources of GNOME. My desktop stays on for days without a single problem or lose in performance or speed.
What truly sets Linux Mint apart is its status as one of the very few Linux distributions that I would confidently classify as a fully-featured, mature operating system. It transcends the stereotype of being solely for newcomers, proving itself as a robust choice for users of all levels of expertise. It's a straightforward installation process, and once up and running, it seamlessly integrates into your daily workflow.
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Linux Mint team for their outstanding work and encourage them to maintain their leadership position in the Linux world. With their continued dedication and progress, Linux Mint is sure to remain a top choice for users seeking a reliable and feature-rich operating system. Keep up the excellent work!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-17
Votes: 14
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Best defaults, OOB software selection, "quality of life" niceties among the "mainstream" Linux distros! Add to these decent performance, a six-month release cycle against an LTS Ubuntu base system and a vibrant community to aid you and MInt is suited to newcomers and tired-of-distrohopping veterans alike.
There is no perfect Linux distro. Zorin is the prettiest, a few other distros, arch-based mostly, can be a little bit more performant in certain areas, bleeding-edge hardware can be a pain to use with Mint and if you are a KDE or Gnome fan you're out of luck. Still Mint is quite possibly the best all-around user-friendly Linux distro and brings a good deal of refinement not only to its flagship Cinnamon desktop - which I myself prefer - but to its Mate and Xfce versions as well. LMDE spin is almost on par with main Mint Cinnamon edition and whenever they are ready to switch to a Debian base, I wouldn't have any problem to follow. Keep up the good work, Mint team!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 6
Date: 2023-08-16
Votes: 4
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Mint remains the most stable everything just works distro. A few others pass it in a couple of areas, but then those distros fail in other areas, leaving Mint in the lead.
BUT...
There has been growing bloat over the years, and the performance has seriously dived. Especially notable in the 21.x series. I just ran some updates, which of themselves were sluggish, but then a plain reboot of an HP i5 laptop took well over 2 minutes. You click on an icon to start an application - and you can go make coffee. Firefox, updates, almost all of them. The startup seems delayed by 6-12 seconds.
With 21.2, Mint caught up a lot of packages. One being basing Pix off a newer branch of gthumb. And I found a problem, which everywhere I try to post about it, it gets deleted. The problem stems from gthumb 3.12. If you are in thumbnail view and drag-no-drop an image to a folder open in your file manager (Nemo in Mint), it always made a COPY. You could move the file by holding down Shift. Suddenly in gthumb and the new Pix, dragging MOVES the file and holding Shift has no effect whatsoever.
Because of these, my 10/10 rating is downgraded. I still love Mint so 6, though they are looking for a 3 if these issues are not addressed really soon.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-13
Votes: 4
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I switched from Ubuntu Mate Linux, that I had been using for about ten years (Ubuntu was the only non-MS operating system, that had drivers for the hardware of a computer that I bought in 2013), to Linux Mint Mate, after reading a review by Liam Proven, in The Register, and, have consequently, switched entirely to using Linux Mint Mate, across all my computers. The only two significant faults that I have found with Linux Mint, are that Linux Mint does not have an official support mailing list, and, that the panel and the task bar are merged into one, so not enough room is provided for applications added to the panel, so they sometimes jump into the taskbar, pushing the tasks in the task bar, out of the task bar and into hiding. Apart from those two shortcomings, I regard Linux Mint Mate (currently using v21.2), as the most advanced, and, easy to use, operating system available to the public.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-11
Votes: 1
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Previously I used to run only windows OS.but after i tried Ubuntu, Manjaro. I finally get the best distro in linux and that is LINUX MINT.
5-LMDE devian version does not delete the older kernel and it does not show the list of kernel windows.
Please make the 5-LMDE show the kernel in update manager windows.
Other functions are as usual nice.
The Dimmer desktop is not running in this version.
I want to use the dimmer app running like in windows but not sucessful.
In summary Linux Mint LMDE-5 is best os for me.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-11
Votes: 7
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Solid dependable Minty, the distro that made Linux for normal people to get stuff done.Not the fastest, not the prettiest, but it is the most user oriented linux distro out there today(along with MX).In sheer numbers ubuntu has the biggest share of Linux, Mint has a loyal user base and rightly so. Mint is such a good distro for people looking for a windows alternative, as it uses a very familiar windows 7 paradigm(more or less). Combined with Linux mint security and ruggedness in comparison to windows and you have a winner for most people. The only negative is that they no longer use the KDE Plasma desktop, but cinnamon is good, and XFCE also.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-10
Votes: 22
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Until a few weeks ago I ran Linux Mint 20.2 on my Dell Latitude 7480 I7 laptop, finding it well suited to my day to day needs for a very long time. Then one day, after a lot of reading and head scratching, I decided to take time and upgrade to Linux Mint 21.2. Wasn't sure exactly what to expect, but gotta say that the boatload of new features and improvements in Linux Mint 21.2 continue to be a welcome surprise.
Linux Mint 21.2 uses the latest Cinnamon desktop environment, which includes a number of new features and refinements. There's a new dark mode, a new window tiling system, and a new system tray. Mint 21.2 also comes with up to date versions of Firefox, LibreOffice, Thunderbird, and GIMP, to name just a few. There's also new games and apps available in Mint's repositories, all of which are readily accessible through Mint's highly improved Software Manager.
Mint 21.2's new dark mode is more consistent and easier on the eyes than before. Its new window tiling system is highly flexible, allowing me to easily arrange windows in different layouts to suit my work flow. Its new system tray is more compact and easier to use, with a number of new features including the ability to group icons and display notifications. All in all there's really nothing I dislike about upgrading to Mint 21.2, and a whole lot to crow about!
For me, Mint 21.2 is clearly more responsive than the previous version of Mint that I'd been using, due largely to major system optimizations, including a newer kernel and improved drivers. Mint 21.2 also comes with a number of security updates and improvements that better shield my system from whatever online threats there may be.
In my case upgrading from Linux Mint 20.2 to 21.2 was well worth it. New userland features, important system improvements, and a number of bug fixes are only the tip of the iceberg as far as I'm concerned. Admittedly I was reluctant to take the plunge and do this upgrade, as used to working with Mint 20.2 as I'd become. Nevertheless in the weeks I've used Linux Mint 21.2 nothing I've found would nudge me towards returning to where I was with Mint 20.2.
It's the old story we all know and love, Mint's development team has a winning formula going for them that produces gradual but important upticks in performance and usability while retaining the 'Minty Goodness' we've all come to love and expect as each newer version emerges.
Kudos to Clem and his team for their latest and greatest release! Should have stayed up to date with Mint upgrades all along, but now that I'm there I plan on doing exactly that from here on!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 0
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This is by far my favorite distro.
Everything works for me.
I keep trying others to see how they fair but always stay with Mint.
It works on my new PC.
It works on my old MacPro 5,1
It works on my old Dell Laptop.
What more can I ask for.
I also prefer Cinnamon to the other Windows manager. I've tried Plasma on KDE Neon and Xfce but I'm staying with Cinnamon
It offers a good blend of performance and versatility on all my boxes.
I plan to stay with it for a long time.
It installs extremely well in dual-boot with Windows 10 or 11.
I recently tried the new Zorin Core 16.3 in dual-boot but it screwed-up my Grub installation so I crossed Zorin of my list (again!).
Cheers!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 1
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The linux that led the way to freedom from windows tyranny. Mint is made for real people, and the user has the benefit of ease of use, familiarity, intuitiveness, safety and robustness. In short Mint is, and now that Windows has become so awful, Mint and other Linux may be able to build a substantial user base of home and business users. Linux works better in so many ways it would be a shame to have such ability go to waste when so many users can truly benefit from the strength of linux and its packages.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 6
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 0
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My self Raju Mukherjee using linux mint since days of 17 version, I find it less resource hungry compared to windows 7 8 and now 10 11 , I had issues with the mouse pad and laptop doesnt turn off if power cord is plugged even if you swithced it off and also there was auto turn on which i didnt like, Other then that every thing is flawless but since i was facing this power on auto issue i swiched to debian version as Ubantu itself was having the same issue may be it is my machine G580 from lenevo or may be some software glitch which they never fixed, I swithce LMDE 5 and there after there is no issue whatso ever from the any point of view beside i dont have to update every now and then as i faced on windows, Thanks linux Mint community for this
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 5
Date: 2023-08-09
Votes: 1
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Mint has been going in a VERY BAD DIRECTION. Some people say they are too "old-fashioned". I don't agree. I think they aren't old-fashioned enough. All I see them doing is making senseless changes to a perfectly fine distro. I came from 20.2 "Uma", and really regret the "upgrade".
You are shoehorned into using modern and flat (and IMO ugly) themes. You can get around this, but I don't see the point of the change. The devs removed the option for a traditional panel. I hope you like using a "modern" panel. Everything now just looks... weird. It's hard to work in a system that had such a botched makeover. It doesn't feel like Mint anymore. They don't even default to a green highlight scheme. Nitpicking, I know--I always used custom themes anyway--but I thought this was Linux MINT.
The system is no longer snappy. Some programs take several seconds to load up, and some lag when navigating them. I thought Linux was supposed to be really fast. Windoze 10, which I used yesterday, was faster than this, for crying out loud. Yay, more bloat. The old image viewer was fine. Why do we have two now? The new image viewer makes everything dark, too.
I already have to reinstall since I got stuck in a download loop nightmare. No matter; I will reinstall. Just to a better version of Mint, 20.2.
I rate this new Mint 5/10. 20.2 Mint, which I tried before, is a 9 or a 10. Sure, it's not as "up to date" as 21.2, but it's an enjoyable, well-integrated, and well-designed experience. The latest Mint versions are utterly schizophrenic.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-08-06
Votes: 6
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My house is mostly Mac. Back in 2007 or so I was dual booting between windows and Linux (Ubuntu I think) so I could have a more secure system for on-line banking (the Linux side of course). This proved to be unpopular with my wife so I moved to Mac completely over the next two years. Late last year I thought if would be fun to build a PC for gaming, as gaming options on the Mac were limited but enjoyable. I built an all AMD system as I knew I would be running Linux. I kept in touch with the Linux world using Virtual Box so I knew I wanted a system based on Xfce. Linux Mint filled my needs in this respect. I had no problems with the installation. Everything was recognized. Steam has been flawless as has been DOSBox (Jazz Jackrabbit runs well here with the help of AntiMicroX to map the game pad to keyboard keys). The mouse has natural scrolling and a USB image writer was already included (lack of natural scrolling is a deal breaker). I have no problems finding programs that I needed, including Radeon Profile. The rating gets a small ding for lack of a screen saver and setting one up is a bit of a pain. I am an amateur photographer and would like to have my photos as a screen saver.
Several months after I built my machine I purchased a bee-link (AMD) computer so I could continue to explore various Linuxes without messing with the gaming PC or using Virtual Box (retired, and every day is Saturday). I just open it up and remove the SATA SSD and NVME drive and install a different drive and boot from a USB drive so I can install a new OS and play with it for a while. I use Ventoy to screen Linuxes before I do a long term install. Currently Linux Mint Xfce is the main Linux on this box. No problems with the install. Everything works fine.
I'm really enjoying not fighting with the OS. Windows 11 is awful (it came installed on the bee-link). I've never had issues with macOS though, just not enough games, and the tendency to deprecate an OS version after 7 years or so. My 2013 Macbook Air is booting Linux from an external SATA SSD due to the last installable OS being no longer supported. Yes I know about Open Core Legacy Patcher and have tested it out, booting Linux from an external SSD is easier than Open Core Legacy Patcher.
All in all Linux Mint Xfce has been a very enjoyable experience.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-08-02
Votes: 27
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Anyone weary of bowing to the dictates of MS Windows, finding themselves wishing they had a truly 'user centric' operating system that 'catered to their needs above all else', instead of being part of MS's 'cash cow' herd, strung along for the enrichment of the company with virtually no interest in meeting their real needs in an 'uncluttered, stay out of their way' manner, dreaming instead of an OS that 'worked for them' instead of so often 'working against them' -- look no further!
There is an operating system that's easy to use, absolutely secure, amazingly reliable, and fully customizable, designed to work 'with you and for you' instead of seemingly 'against you'. Linux Mint is the OS option you've wished for and secretly dreamed of -- quite literally among 'the best of the best' when it comes to servicing the real needs of everyday users.
The sentiment that's been expressed in, "Linux Mint shows Microsoft how it should be done for the sake of the user," is absolutely true. Microsoft has steadily moved further and further away from serving the real needs of users for over a decade and a half, making their Windows operating systems ever more complex, more commercially oriented towards enriching the company, and at the same time increasingly more difficult to use and ever more expensive to deploy.
Linux Mint, on the other hand, is purposely built to be as simple and easy to use as possible, while providing everything, and then some, that the vast majority of desktop users want or need.
The world wide Linux community has given PC users real choice and true freedom over the years, and over the past decades has produced world class alternatives to Windows and macOS, among which are Ubuntu based Linux Mint, Debian based MX Linux, and Arch based Endeavor and Manjaro Linux -- four of the 'best of the best' in their respective desktop categories.
Ubuntu based Linux Mint offers a number of advantages over today's proprietary operating systems. It's free and open source. It's easy to install and will run on virtually every PC that's been produced in the past 15+ years, and users can customize Mint to their suit their own needs without it balking at what they do with it, like Windows infamously does.
Mint is more secure, ultimately more reliable than either Windows or macOS. And Mint makes the journey towards understanding and appreciating all that Linux offers, especially for new users, a step by step adventure that's genuinely a lot of fun!
Mint is and long has been one of the most popular choices for everyday users looking for a great Ubuntu based operating system, an OS that offers a huge number of advantages over Windows and macOS. So those who've secretly dreamed of replacing their often 'difficult to deal with' and terribly expensive proprietary OS with something they can truly enjoy for a change, dream no more, Mint is here!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-08-02
Votes: 0
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I just installed Ver. 21.2 and ran it. It installed fine. However, there were major issues.
1. It would not keep my ethernet connect connected.
2. The file system doesn't even recognize the drive it's on.
3. Installation manager doesn't work on my system.
4. using terminal attempted to install Steam. It said I would only have 16gb left after install. Strange since I only have Linux on a 500gb drive and steam is nowhere near 400gb in size.
5. Sound is good but volume of sound is variable. Normal sounds good but notifications are way too loud.
Now, i can't even use that ssd since Windows doesn't see it in file manger.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-08-01
Votes: 0
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Its ok if you want to browse the internet or play games through steam. If you use it for anything else it just breaks for no reason. This could be an issue with 21.1 (I use Xfce DE) but I genuinely don't understand how it manages to break itself.
I installed some software like steam, wine, QEMU, etc. and everything worked fine until I decided to restart my pc when the boot loader broke. Got a "kernel modules couldn't be loaded" error. After boot repair everything was fine but now icons were missing from the panel as if some of the programs weren't installed. Another issue is if you disable compositing on Xfce you will experience screen tearing on most applications like Firefox, also when opening the file manager sometimes you will only see the window frame and that's it.
This distro uses an older kernel as well (5.15) so you might encounter some hardware related problems, the only problem I had was wi-fi related. Honestly for a distro that describes itself as "rock solid" I expected a lot more stability wise, as for performance it's more or less the same as any other linux distro out there.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-08-01
Votes: 2
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Mint is Linux for the masses along with MX show Microsoft how it should be done. For the sake of the user first second and third. The "Mean green" that is Mint allowed everyday non technical people easy access to a great, secure, reliable and robust OS. Thank you to all of the Linux world for giving users choice and true freedom. This is even more important now that Redmond is telling users what they need(more powerful computers) seeing users as a cash cow, instead of people who need to get things done safely securely without jumping through expensive hoops. Long live Linux.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-31
Votes: 7
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Linux Mint is an outstanding operating system that offers a top-notch user experience. Based on Ubuntu, it combines the stability of this popular distribution with an intuitive and appealing interface that is easy to use even for beginners.
One of the greatest advantages of Linux Mint is that it comes with many necessary programs and drivers pre-installed, significantly saving users' time on system configuration. Users have access to a vast selection of software through the Software Manager, making them easily accessible and installable with just a few clicks.
Linux Mint is remarkably stable and efficient in operation. It is lightweight in terms of system resources, making it an excellent choice even for older computers. At the same time, it provides enough functionality and possibilities to meet the needs of more experienced users.
One of the biggest factors that attract users to Linux Mint is its active and friendly community support. The forums and the project's website offer rich content, as well as fast and high-quality technical assistance.
Overall, Linux Mint is an exceptional choice for anyone seeking a stable, easy-to-use, and feature-rich operating system. With its free distribution, it represents a strong alternative to paid operating systems, providing a secure and reliable solution for all types of users.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-31
Votes: 1
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An extremely solid distro in my experience. There were a few headaches getting started, namely my video card (ancient one). I have also learned that you don't always want to update everything when it says to update, namely grub, yet that's not Mint's fault.
The transition from Winblows to Mint is a pretty easy one, seems much more wel put together since last time tried it many years ago, very well put together and most packages have installed seem to work fantastic.
Running version with Debian. Many thanks to Dev team which maintains and puts this together! :-)
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-30
Votes: 4
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It just works.
Switched back to using Linux full time when Windows 11 dropped. Have been using Linux prior to that with PCLinuxOS but went back to using Windows 7 and 10. Started with Arch-based distro like Manjaro but there were bad updates and generally just decisions by the Manjaro team that did not sit well with me. So, I switch to Arch. It was fun for a while but later realized that I did not need the most cutting-edge tech that Arch has to offer.
Thus I ended with a more stable and compatible Linux Mint. Have been using this for months now and no troubles to far. When i need my machine, it will turn on and do its job. That's what matters to me now. When I update, I do not have the fear that it might break my install.
LM also has every app that most people will need in their operating system. And when you need more, just install via flatpak. I would not recommend it for people who have fairly modern machines though. You'll want Arch for those. However, if you're rocking a machine that's more than a couple of years old, Linux Mint is your best bet. I have it running on a decade old Toshiba Satellite, an E595 ThinkPad and my daughter's MSI Modern 14.
If you find Cinnamon a bit sluggish, just install xfce and you'll be good to go.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-28
Votes: 8
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Mine is A Windows-7 AIO - the ThinkCentre by Lenovo. . No Problems, outside of The Wifi Drivers needed to be Installed. . there was something the install didn't like yet LM Cinnamon Did Figure It Out on its own. . . thus, the 9/10 Score. - JW Retired USAF
. . I switched to Manjaro when the Kernal's were having issues with Ubuntu and especially with both Arch & Debian builds pre-covid. . . When the T-640 had issues with everything I deal with, Manjaro worked best - btw; I Hate Windows. - Worth The Wait.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-26
Votes: 14
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You don't get much better than Mint, It was the best distro hands down when KDE was the desktop. This is "the" distro for linux beginners, or beginners in general. It is intuitive and has that polish that commercial products have. It is not the fastest but it is responsive and is easy to use with little or no training. I do not hesitate to recommend it to anyone, especially users leaving windows, looking for better safety and security without worrying if your antivirus is updated or even working. Linux in general is a breath of fresh air, and Mint makes it very easy to breathe.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 5
Date: 2023-07-25
Votes: 0
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When I first switched to Linux over 3.5 years ago, Linux Mint (19.3) was near-perfect. I was raving about it and recommending it to newcomers, and they seemed happy with it too. But honestly, I can no longer recommend it, nor use it myself.
With every version since 20.2 they seemed to be fixing like 1-2 minor issues and introducing several major issues. 20.2 and 20.3 both had a software-installation issue that people on the forum could not help me with, so I downgraded to 20.1. Eventually I started having kernel panics with 20.1. At some point I tried HamoniKR which was based on 20.3 and that distro did not have the software problem, but I did experience a couple of kernel panics there too.
With 21.1 I found that several of my favorite applets are broken. The mouse cursor was changed to something completely unusable. The whole point of the mouse cursor is to point, and for that it has to have a sharp tip, but this abomination is round and you can never tell which exact pixel you're pointing at. Changing the cursor strangely did not work properly, as it would still default back to the new bubbly one in some applications. The backgrounds in the login screen no longer change with your wallpaper. But the final nail in the coffin was that my icons for musical files (mp3 and m4a) for some reason were replaced with icons for LibreOffice Writer documents. I asked for help on the forums and the person helping me kept insisting that it's a file association problem, which it wasn't. Icons don't change based on the associated app anyway, but my associated app was Audacious, which it has been for every version since I started using Mint. Eventually they said I should just reinstall the system because nobody could help me.
By that time 21.2 came out, so I just installed that. Except for the icon issue, nothing else seems to have been fixed, instead some absolutely pointless changes were added, like Styles, which is a solution to the problem they themselves created by flooding their Themes app with unnecessary themes (like why the hell would you include Breeze, Papirus, Numix and other icon packs there by default?). In addition now my Taskbar (Grouped Window List) broke, shoring only 1-2 items in a group, when in reality there are more. This was the final straw for me.
I have to specify that I was using their flagship Cinnamon versions, and a lot of these issues had to do with Cinnamon. This is the reason I'm giving it a 5 and not lower, because I might still enjoy the MATE version (I don't particularly care for Xfce). But this means it is no longer a distro I could recommend to beginners. I would not recommend MATE or Xfce to beginners in the first place (unless they're looking for a lightweight and/or retro experience), and the Cinnamon version is just a mess. An experienced user might be able to deal with all the issues on their own, but a beginner surely wouldn't. And the support on the forums can be a hit or miss (not a Mint issue, support is rarely ever reliable unless you're a paying customer for some corporation and they are obligated to help you). But it's not like any user should rely on support. When I used Windows for over 17 years, I rarely ever asked for support with anything. This is what a user-friendly Linux distro should be, and Mint was close to that 3 years ago, but is no longer.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-24
Votes: 13
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17 years, still the default option when you want polished, convenient & reliable Linux on a machine. I find 21.2 Xfce to be wonderful even on a 2009 iMac (Yes, a 14 year old Mac, Core 2 duo 4Gb RAM). I have it on an olde Hp Pavillion G6 (Core i3 4Gb RAM), its only concession to modernity being an SSD. Ive been a very long time Linux user. I have grown tired of the OCD fixation on package version & endless upheavals. Incremental improvement is my friend and thusly Linux Mint is. Not just for beginners!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 7
Date: 2023-07-21
Votes: 2
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I tried out Mint 22.1 and came away thinking this isn't the Mint I once thought was the best distro. The changes just seem to go
sideways and not really improving anything. The cursor change looks more like something that was changed just to be different.
The graphic acceleration is terrible dragging windows is just awful for performance at least on lower end but modern CPU with Intel UHD graphics. Compared to what I experience with Ubuntu or even Fedora is night and day difference. I once thought Mint was onto something with Cinnamon but I have to say this release just feels like a stale sideways advancement.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-07-20
Votes: 2
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after install various distros ultimately i found Linux Mint. I am using Linux Mint last 5 years and I never look back!!! it is a great distro and i love the added new icon and theme, but one thing is so annoying is can't change layout with back to the the precede layout just like pure gnome desktop, it's so weird !!!!!!!
I also see some problems in managing multi-screen and has few lags when you switching between them.
It is easy to update and upgrade, you can select local repos for speed up your update process.
by the far other thing is so easy to work.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-20
Votes: 6
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Mint is awesome one of my favorites for inexperienced users, I don't use it as much lately because I am partial to the KDE plasma desktop because it is so intuitive. I really like XFCE so that is what I use with Mint. Mint is so good because it is well thought out for people who are new to linux, and need a robust yet easy experience. You can count on mint to be reliable and not easy to break. Most people use this distro for a reason, it works without drama, and it looks good doing it. This distro is much more reliable than rolling release distros, and that is why beginners should start with fixed release model distros.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 5-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2023-07-19
Votes: 1
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I've been using Mint for many years now. Many commentators say its good for beginners, really its good for anyone. I can easily use the command line but I use Mint because its the most reliable flavours of Linux, I have used.
I will say I exclusively use the Debian based edition, LMDE for short. I have found a lot more reliable personally, than the Ubuntu based edition. I have had kernel panic, password loops and graphical issues with the standard Ubuntu based edition.
LMDE has given next to no issues, save being temperamental with manual kernel upgrades. That said, when you mess with the kernel, that's always a possibility.
I do think Mint needs to make a few improvements. One key issue is aesthetic's. To my mind, Mints look is dated. Why no support for popular themes like Nordic out of the box? Yes you can rice it, importing custom themes like Nordic and I have, in fact, done this. Cinnamon looks great. Why not have it and other themes like Dracula, as standard options, like KDE?
On the subject it would be great to see Mint offer a KDE option, as it used to. I know KDE can be a bit buggy at times but its becoming ubiquitous. Not supporting it, as even core Debian does, risks being left behind.
It would also be good to see better support, out of the box, for kernel upgrades in LMDE. I know its easier in the Ubuntu based edition. It would be good to see that type of feature integrated into LMDE, in one form or another.
It would also be helpful to see the apps store upgraded. Why no support for some popular applications, for example, Vivaldi browser. I know you can easily download and install it but still, it would make things a darn sight easier and offer more seamless integration. Arch's AUR manages it.
Lastly, what about moving from X.11 to Wayland? isn't it time?
A few suggestions for improvement here but that said, Mint is still a fantastic distribution and one I use extensively. Its a testament to its stability and usability that I have had it on a laptop for over three years, with only one reinstall and that was because I wanted to start fresh with a custom configuration, not because of any issues with the OS.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 8
Date: 2023-07-19
Votes: 0
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Installed for someone thinking it's the most amazing distro for new users. But found out I can't change week to start from Monday, can't test microphone if it's even working despite showing like is there but doesn't work like is there. Found celuloid monstrosity instead of good old mpv. You can't change color for folders and some other basic stuff. Found xed instead of mousepad, xed doesn't even have line number and it's basically a waste of time.
The xfce version of mint is simply a disaster. Very bitter taste for me. Gave it an 8 just because i'm not a bad guy. Still updates over http non encrypted..
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-19
Votes: 14
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I am using LM last 10 years and I never look back!!! Recently, I have only one doubt regarding terrible Ubuntu (as LM base) heading (snap, etc.), so LMDE is very good optional and backup distribution for all future Linux Mint users.
LM is robust, stable, reliable and user-friendly! Excellent support of 3rd-party drivers (especially NVIDIA).
Moreover, LM is probably the one of best distribution with very reliable updating/upgrading procedure. I just perform update 21.1 -> 21.2. This is and extraordinary simple and smooth procedure!!!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2023-07-18
Votes: 4
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Just finished upgrading five different Linux Mint 21.1 MATE desktop PCs to 21.2 MATE using Mint's Upgrade Utility. The process was straightforward and easy to follow on each machine.
First, I opened the Update Manager and checked for available Mint 21.1 updates. The Upgrade Utility was listed as an available update after completing any Mint 21.1 updates that were available, I clicked on the "Upgrade to Linux Mint 21.2 Victoria" button and the upgrade process began.
These upgrades took roughly 20 to 25 minutes to complete, depending on the machine. I was prompted to restart each computer once its upgrade was finished. After restarting these PCs were running Linux Mint 21.2 MATE.
I've used Linux Mint 21.2 MATE on my own machine for a few days now and I'm very happy with the upgrade. The new version of Linux Mint appears to be more stable and has a number of new features and improvements that make the upgrade more than worthwhile.
Linux Mint 21.2 comes with updated versions of the software included in the base system, including the kernel, desktop environment, applications, and utilities.
Linux Mint 21.2 brings a number of new user-land features with it, including a new dark theme, a new welcome screen, and a new sound theme. It's also been optimized for performance, meaning it should in most cases run even faster and more smoothly than earlier Mint versions.
I'm genuinely impressed with the new features and improvements that Linux Mint 21.2 MATE brings with it. If you're running Linux Mint 21.1 MATE, I highly recommend upgrading to 21.2.
If you do upgrade to Mint 21.2 (regardless of the GUI you choose), make sure you have a recent backup of your important files before you start. If you have third-party software installed, make sure it's compatible with Linux Mint 21.2. After the upgrade, you may need to update drivers or reinstall something, depending of course on the machine you're using.
For my part, the 5 different PCs that I just finished upgrading, together with my own personal machine, flew through these upgrades without so much as a hiccup, with all the third-party software they had in place working as it should once things were done and the machines were rebooted.
Can't say enough about how easy Mint has made it to upgrade from one 21.x version to the next. Literally a 'walk in the park' experience, something anyone should be able to do!..
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