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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2025-07-16
Votes: 0
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This is a bit difficult for me as a long time Linux user. I have a few laptops using Linux plus I like to try other distros from time to time. I use Linux for interest purposes only and browsing the web of course. Linux Mint has many upsides its easy to install, user friendly , very compatible and has been very stable, I have had very few issues with it. but nothing major. I have tried all the different flavors of Mint but favor the Cinnamon desktop which works well on an aging Toshiba laptop and relatively well on a intel series 7 Dell xps13 with just minor issues with the trackpad accuracy from time to time.
If there is a downside I have a couple of issues the first is the relatively slow boot times compared with CachyOs ,EndeavourOS and Opensuse Tumbleweed this I do olerate for the sake of the reliability but what I dislike the most is that Linux Mint is just plain ugly and dated compared too other distros. No matter how much I tweak the desktop I always end thinking its got a old and dated look which really bothers me and so tend to prefer using CachyOS, Opensuse or endeavourOS
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 4
Date: 2025-07-14
Votes: 0
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Linux Mint is the typical Distro you use when you are not really sure what you even want to do with your Linux Machine, not exactly terrible but far from good let alone great either. I used Mint off and on for about two years and mostly stuck to dualbooting it besides windows.
It's very limited in what you can do with it and kind of something which is able to do everything but noting particularly good.
In this day and age I would much rather recommend something more modern instead of sticking with this one.
Recommendations would be CachyOS, EndeavourOS or even Nobara.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-07-14
Votes: 9
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Fantastic, getting more polished for a seamless experience. I have switched Windows users without tthem knowing - overnight backup, Mint install and customization, and restoring their files. Great reviews, no complaints, everything works - printers, scanners, ticket printers, networks, etc.-.
Some built in tools are great, but I replace LibreOffice with OnlyOffice, replace the video player with Showtime, replace the Audio player with Audacious. ZapZap as a WhatsApp client is fantastic, also LocalSend to send and receive files from phones, Windows and Macs is awesome.
Memory and processor footprint is minimal, I have installed it to a tablet with 2 GB of RAM and works flawlessly.
Love it.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-07-14
Votes: 14
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Linux Mint has been my main distribution for five years. I installed the Cinnamon version and then migrated to the Xfce version. I have Linux Mint Xfce 22.1 installed in dual boot with Windows on two computers: a 4-year-old Lenovo and a 15-year-old Legacy. Mint runs very well on both computers, and everything continues to work perfectly. It's a lightweight, fast, stable, and very robust Linux distribution for daily use. I recommend it to both new users who want to familiarize themselves with the Penguin World and more advanced users. Many thanks to the Linux Mint team for providing us with this excellent operating system. Best regards.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-07-13
Votes: 6
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I've been using Linux Mint as my daily driver since 2017, and it's been fantastic and super robust.
I use the Cinnamon desktop environment, which I really appreciate for its ease of use and simplicity.
It runs perfectly on my 2017 desktop computer, giving me a smooth and efficient experience.
It's also one of the few distributions that I've successfully run on my very old 2011 MacBook Pro (the other distribution that could be installed was Mageia). Back then, I was a complete beginner and never ran into any serious issues, which shows how user-friendly it is.
Linux Mint is great for both beginners and experienced Linux users, making it a versatile choice for anyone looking to switch to Linux. The community is friendly and supportive, always ready to help out newcomers and experienced users alike. Whether you have a simple question or a complex problem, you can count on the community to lend a hand.
The developers of Linux Mint are really dedicated to improving the system and listening to user feedback. They regularly release updates and new features based on what users want, ensuring that Linux Mint keeps getting better.
Today, I do a lot of development in C/C++, Java, Python, OpenGL, and Vulkan, and this OS is perfect for that. It provides a stable and reliable environment, with plenty of tools and utilities to support various programming languages and development tasks.
In my opinion, Linux Mint is exceptional and highly recommended for anyone, no matter their level of expertise. Whether you're a beginner exploring Linux or an experienced user looking for a reliable and user-friendly distribution, Linux Mint is a great choice.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 5
Date: 2025-07-11
Votes: 0
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Great for VMs and Modern Laptops — Not So Much for Real Hardware.
I’ve been a fan of Linux Mint for years since version 14.0, especially the XFCE edition. It used to be the perfect balance between speed, usability, and stability — especially on older or repurposed hardware. So naturally, I was curious to see how Mint 22.1 holds up. Unfortunately, it didn’t meet expectations, and here’s why.
First off, let me be clear: Mint 22.1 looks polished. The user interface is smooth, the software selection is sane, and the team clearly put in work. But my testing was not done in a virtual machine or on a brand-new laptop. I used real hardware — including legacy BIOS systems (Optiplex 780, ASUS K73E, HP Elitedesk 800 SFF) and midrange UEFI machines with NVIDIA or Intel GPUs. That’s where the trouble starts.
👎 Display Resolution Fails on Install
The Mint 22.1 live installer failed to detect basic screen resolutions, including 1920x1080 — something that Mint 21.3 and even LMDE 6 handle out of the box. Not having my native resolution available made the installer painful to use. Attempts to force the correct mode via xrandr were hampered by incorrect keyboard mappings (see below). No amount of tweaking helped, unless I passed nomodeset manually in GRUB — which, for new users, is an unreasonable expectation.
🎹 Keyboard Layouts Misdetected
My keyboard is set to US International with dead keys — a very common choice in Europe. Mint 22.1 defaulted to plain US layout, and setxkbmap didn’t correct it properly in the live session. The \ | key (just right of the left Shift) misfired every time. Only post-install fixes helped, and by that time, the damage was done.
🖥️ Legacy BIOS / UEFI Confusion
Mint 22.1 does boot on both legacy BIOS and UEFI, but the live media does not always behave consistently. In some cases, it defaulted to the wrong boot mode (BIOS instead of UEFI), leading to missed devices or improper driver loading. A mixed setup with Ventoy didn’t help either — having multiple ISOs on the same stick seems to confuse the GRUB loader logic.
✅ What Does Work
I want to be fair: when installed correctly, Mint 22.1 is stable and snappy. Audio, networking, and general system behavior are fine. The Flatpak integration is seamless, and it detected my HP printer out of the box (thanks to HPLIP 3.22.x). But all of that only matters after you manage to get it installed with proper screen and keyboard support — something that worked without any hassle in Mint 21.3 and LMDE 6.
💬 Final Verdict
If you’re reviewing Linux Mint 22.1 inside VirtualBox or on a modern UEFI laptop, it’s a dream. But if you're trying to install it on actual hardware, especially older or mixed-mode systems — expect trouble. And that’s a serious issue for a distro that prides itself on accessibility and user-friendliness.
Mint 22.1 still has potential, but in its current state, it feels like a step backward in hardware compatibility. Until these basic issues are fixed, I’ll be recommending LMDE 6 or even Debian XFCE for users who value reliability over aesthetics.
Rating: 5/10 on legacy hardware — 8/10 on modern UEFI machines.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-07-10
Votes: 16
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I've been using Linux Mint for over 5+ years now and I like it. The desktop I've selected is Mate as it's less demanding than Cinnamon and it feels all right. Previously, I've tried Ubuntu (around 2014), Fedora (around 2011-2014), Manjaro (around 2017), Red Hat Enterprise (2011-2013, due to work) and Mandrake/Mandriva (around 2004, my first experience with Linux). So not many distros, but some in any case...
So far, I like the Linux Mint the most as it's really easy to use and maintain. Most of the packages are very easy to install as the OS is Ubuntu based, but compared to Ubuntu, Mint is much easier to use as it resembles Windows a lot. In addition, I like Mate and Cinnamon more than GNOME (I did not like the change GNOME did with upgrade to version 3, I have not checked how it looks now, but it was really tough to cope with -- Fedora around 2012 was using that).
In any case, hope that Linux Mint community will keep up with the great work and keep this superb OS alive for long time!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-07-07
Votes: 20
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Mint is THE most reliable OS out there in the world, period. No matter what I do with it, it just keeps working. Plenty of software selection, and also PPAs are officially supported (thanks to the Ubuntu base nature), so if I need something that is not in the main repo I can just add the new PPA repo and call it a day. Printer and scanner installation was a breeze, downloaded the driver from official Brother's website, double clicked on the .deb file and let it do its thing. The beauty of this OS is that I didn't touch the terminal at all. I'm using the same Mint, that I installed 2years ago, the point and main release upgrades are also flawlessly worked out, and all the PPAs and 3rd party repos are automatically handled by the installer, so that it makes sure it won't screw up anything. Proprietary Nvidia installation was also easy as a cake, there's the driver manager GUI, click the most recent driver, and boom I'm all set. Proprietary WiFi drivers too! Codecs? Mint also has my back. System cleanup? Mint has it too!
Now I'm a gamer, and I must say, that games also work magically. I installed coolercontrol for better Nvidia cooler handling (curves), and steam from their own repos, for better compatibility. Mint handles these repos like a breeze, without any problems.
I tried numerous of distros, like fedora, debian, mx, and arch based ones like endeavouros, cachyos just to name a few, but I always kept coming back to Mint, until I finally settled down here, because here in Mint, devs actually test their stuffs before they release them. On other distros, my machine was totally unpredicatble, and one they my PC worked, other day it's not. I got tired of this, cause I have a PC for a reason, and I have to rely on my PC. Only Mint can do this. Not even Debian can stand up to Mint's quality. So all in all, I'm totally happy with Mint. It's "boring", because updates are not that frequent here, but I just don't care anymore, when the most important stuff just works: my PC! every day it works. I turn my pc off at the end of the day, and I turn it back on without any problems the next day. Arch based? Install an update, and the next day you find yourself in the grub rescue menu... Mint? Works. Others? Not.
Also, Mint as a taste is very good especially Mint tea. I wasn't a big fan of Mint tea, but now I am. Also Mint team is the one who developes the Cinnamon DE. Cinnamon is also what I was not a big fan (as in food), but eventually since I use Linux Mint, I just became a fan both of the tastes hihi :)
Sorry for grammar mistakes, I'm not native english speaker.
Thank you for reading.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-07-07
Votes: 15
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I have been using Linux for a long time and have seen the progress it has gone through the years so a few years ago I decided to use Linux Mint as my main operating system and I have it installed on all my computers.
I have every tool and application to do what I need using Linux and have Windows running on a VM no problem. I do try some other distributions on VM's but have stayed with Linux Mint.
Linux Mint looks great on a Mini PC connected to my TV and I can't say enough about the smooth and perfect work it does when connected to a Smart TV.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 6
Date: 2025-07-05
Votes: 0
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Mint somehow screws up the Windows title bar of Firefox with weird spacing which is a major deal-breaker since I frequently us Tab Overview to review my opened Firefox tabs in a list by hitting upper left corner with mouse without looking, sort of like Gnome Task Overview.
I've since switched to Ubuntu Cinnamon which is exactly like Mint without the Firefox hiccups.Mint does offers better Software Store with reviews and ratings for all the apps, which Ubuntu does not.
In all, Mint is great but not for me.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 6
Date: 2025-07-02
Votes: 0
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1) One day, the gnome terminal just stopped working. I had to replace it.
2) I accidentally killed my start menu with my own actions and restored it myself.
3) APT is a terrible package manager with very outdated versions of packages.
4) Notepad doesn't allow you to open files larger than approx megabyte. The screenshotter doesn't allow you to draw on screenshots like in Windows.
5) Cinnamon is ugly and outdated
6) The system is still alive.
I don't like Mint, but it's a tanky system that's very easy to install and use. There are many distributions that are significantly better.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-30
Votes: 11
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My 14 year old had a serial locked 2011 imac given to him when my grandfather developed late stage dementia and couldn't use it anymore. It refused to install any version of OSX. I tried everything imaginable. The machine's firmware hadnt been updated to allow USB boot - I know sounds crazy but it wouldn't even register USB drives. Shame to get rid of an i5 quad core machine with 32gb of ram and dedicated graphics. Mint to the rescue. Felt great to drag out the old DVD burner and make an bootable DVD with 22.1 on it. Took quite a while to DVD boot and was very slow installing, but afterwords this machine runs amazing. Probably better than it ever did. My son is busy playing ROBLOX nonstop on it now. I was even able to integrate some of his icloud stuff that he uses for school, stuff like inotes. Very happy. My workhorse i7 HP has been running mint for years and I love it so I'm happy he took to it also.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-30
Votes: 30
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This was not my first attempt to use Linux at all.
Manjaro, Pop!_OS and various others... even Ubuntu.
I'm Windows user normally. Always was. Never saw sense why not to use it - Windows meet my needs and didn't want much. That did change from year to year. For me last true Windows in very sense of word was 7. After that 8 already started to intrude on me. 10 was bad in that sense but I could manage but 11 was absolute joke - enforced encryptions, data spying, dumbification of every element of it and that "I'm mac now" look? That was too much.
I decided to run it in dual boot on my newest hardware and move everything between Linux Mint and Windows 10.
That was excellent decision! Sure, it isn't seamless and obviously Windows is grumpy one in this transition but Mint gives me free access to everything. I set up with success drivers, installed apps I wanted, even one which weren't public (oh boy but it's still hassle but I guess that's Linux thing...). Not only that. Steam works perfectly, all gaming apps included and there many alternatives to what Windows offered in apps (although I still have few missing but even devs of said apps consider adding Linux support in future).
So Linux Mint as gaming OS for somebody used to Windows? Absolutely. Strong recommend. Ignore all this Pop!_OS and Manjaro people telling how great this systems are - I felt burned on both of them.
It's Linux Mint which made me feel better.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-28
Votes: 18
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I tried every version of Ubuntu, then its derivatives, then Arch and its derivatives, then Fedora and its derivatives, Mandriva, Suse, etc. But when I got to Mint, I found it balanced, above all stable, customizable, and easy to use. Everything that comes from Debian roots is very easy to use, regardless of whether it's based on Ubuntu; simply having Debian roots means freedom and ease of use. Full web support. The best version to get everything up and running is Cinnamon, and with this desktop environment you have everything you need; I hope it will be fully integrated with Wayland in the future. I recommend it.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-26
Votes: 9
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Rating will change based on my use case, but so far, it's far better in RAM consumption and CPU idling. It surely makes my PC rest while working. Unlike previous setups that kept my system constantly active fans whirring, background processes stacking, and the CPU clock spiking this new environment is pleasantly calm and efficient. One of the first things I noticed was how quiet my machine became. Applications open swiftly, memory usage remains under control even with multiple tabs or windows open, and background processes no longer feel like they're waging a silent war against my system resources.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 6-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-26
Votes: 12
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I run two modern laptops with Linux Mint Debian Edition (LMDE) 6 installed without any problem whatsoever. One is an i7 Samsung Galaxy Book 3. The other an i7 ASUS Lifebook. I’ve replaced Cinnamon with Mate’ on both of them, having found Mate’ (Gnome 2.x) to be the easiest most user friendly DE to work with these past two decades.
The original Windows 10 and 11 these two laptops came installed with certainly didn’t run faster or cooler than they do with LMDE 6 in place. If anything, LMDE 6 blows Windows 11 away performance wise, particularly in not having to deal with all the in your face crap’ola and stupidity that Microsoft saddles Windows 11 users with.
It was well worth the brief time it took to install LMDE 6 in place of Windows 11 on both of these laptops and set them up to my liking. Can’t recommend this setup too highly to anyone, whether they leave Cinnamon in place or replace it with Mate' as I did. Those who want to turn a doggy Win10/11 laptop into a “lean, mean, do it all Mint machine” that famously “Just Works” no matter what they task it with, won't find a better working desktop solution than this anywhere else!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2025-06-25
Votes: 4
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I really wanted to like Linux Mint, it installed fine and I had little trouble with navigating the OS. But my one big issue was my laptop fan would never run even when temperatures reached 95c on all cores. It is a thin laptop from Samsung so thermals are not the greatest anyway and a fan is sorely needed to keep everything within limits. In Windows 11 it managed to keep temps within 40-60c because fan would cycle. I looked through many forums and found a couple laptop users who also ran into this issue. Unfortunately nobody managed to find any sort of resolution. Other than installing a manually fan control which makes fan run on high all the time. I don't really blame Linux or Mint for this issue, the laptop makers create these systems that mostly are tested with Windows only. Even the firmware seems to address Linux as a foreign OS that would never be officially supported. I actually think the newer the laptop the worse it supports any other OS than Windows. I am sure this is deliberate by the OEM. I will try Linux again when I can afford to buy a laptop designed for Linux and supported by the OEM for Linux. I imagine it will work much better than trying to shoehorn it on a Windows designed laptop. I have had better luck with desktop PC's and Linux installs.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-24
Votes: 9
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I am a LM user since the first versions of this very polished, stable and reliable Linux distribution. My flavour is MATE, but this is only a matter of preferences. All the flavours deliver just great. I think the team is doing an extraordinary good job.
Though, regarding LM 22.1 Xia, it was the first time when I was not able to boot the live media on my laptop equiped with nVidia Q2200M video adapter. I landed in a black screen. It is not the fault of LM team, of course. This is a well known problem regarding the nouveau driver in combination with nVidia video adapter.
Even with that anoying issue, I still give a 10 to the distribution.
For those encountering the same live boot problem (black screen): in my case, I could solve it only using the parameter nouveau.modeset=0, temporary added at boot line. I could boot and install the distribution. After that, there was no problem at first boot of the installed LM and I could further install also the nVidia proprietary drivers with no other issues.
Again, bravo LM team!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-19
Votes: 7
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Hello all,i have been using windows from windows XP until W11,i liked Microsoft and i liked installing windows and using it,but Microsoft just keep pushing worst windows versions one after the other,windows 11 is the worst spyware OS Microsoft has ever done!
It came to a point that i can not even look in to screen and see the windows 11 desktop,yes its that bad,and i said to myself i am done,i can not and i refuse myself to keep using this crap from Microsoft.
So i download Linux Mint Cinnamon install it and i must say,why i have not been using this sooner,what a fantastic OS.
Pros-Fast,simple to use even for a newbie like me,all applications i need for everyday use are there,and its a very stable OS,
very simple to navigate through the system,gets out of the way,just so so so much better then Windows 11.
Cons-None.
I just want to say to everyone that cant or do not want to upgrade to W11 please give Linux Mint a try and get free from Corporate Greedy and feel true freedom using Linux.
I want to say thank you to the Linux Mint Team and everyone involved in this project,may God bless you all.
Greetings from Portugal and sorry for my bad english :)
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.3
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-19
Votes: 7
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Me using this distro just for 7-8 months till now at June 2025, and i found Linux Mint is more convinient for beginner just like me. Me using windows for my entire life since win 95. And when win11 arise and found that processor below 8th gen will not supported to updated to win11, me searching for linux for my old pc and laptop. Been using Linux Mint, MiniOS and Ubuntu.. finally, my choice came to Linux Mint XFCE 21.3 Virgina and 22.1 Xia to my laptop and my pc.. and its work very well and nothing to complain about.
perfect for beginner and easy to install and learning eat..
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-19
Votes: 20
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Linux Mint is a great looking, fast, stable and easy-to-use distro. I’ve been using it for a couple years and I haven’t had problems using it. It has everything you need for day-to-day use of web browsing, watching videos and listening to music using the VLC Media Playe, doing office work using LibreOffice, etc. It stays out of my way while I need to get work done and when I also want to use it for entertainment purposes, so that’s a plus too. There are a lot of different themes, wallpapers, etc. that you can easily get right from where you choose your personalization options, I haven’t seen any other distro have that! You can also find even more personalization options looking at different sites like Cinnamon look, Mate look, XFCE look, etc. There’s also a site one called Cinnamon Spices which I recommend too. The developer listens and does an awesome job with keeping the community up to date on things about the distro. The community is friendly and helpful too.
I recommend Linux Mint.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2025-06-10
Votes: 1
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after using windows for a long time, finally i switched to my first linux, linux mint cinamon. maybe because its the latest version, so there are still some bugs that appear in my daily workflow. one of the most significant is a bug in the screen layout when extended screen. in this mode can't do mirroring with extended screen. and the right click mouse menu sometimes doesn't appear, even when the extended screen is unplugged. the problem can be solved with the ARandR app however, it's not completely bug free.
maybe this bug can be fixed soon so that it can be updated soon
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 6-LMDE
Rating: 9
Date: 2025-06-09
Votes: 25
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Excellent distro!
I am a newbie, but have dabbled with various distros since about 2005. I've mainly tried distros designed for beginners, and those who have Windows PCs. Tried: Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Linux Mint, Zorin, MX Linux, Debian, Red Hat, and Fedora. The later are NOT for beginners. I managed to break them all! Too fragile for the customization I did to them. Went back to Windoze.
Lately, since Windows 11, I slowly discovered that Microsoft was hijacking my files and putting them on their servers, which is what the OneDrive service does to make the files accessible on various devices. I am a senior citizen and extremely wary of cloud services. Had I known what was happening, I never would have allowed it. Anyway, after much deliberation, I settled on LMDE 6 and found...
Installation- A, Responsiveness- A, Stability- A+, Ease of customization by Newbie- A+, GUI software selections- A
So far, I'm very happy with the OS. Just a bit of learning curve with some of the software, such as, using GIMP instead of Photoshop, LibreOffice instead of MS Office, dat kine stuff.
Dis ol' man highly recommends!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-06-03
Votes: 74
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I've been dabbling with Linux off and on for 25 years now. I started with Corel Linux and Red Hat Linux around the time of the dot com bubble. Then I tried Ubuntu and SteamOS somewhere around the time Valve was attempting their Steam Machines, and a few other versions very briefly.
but in august 2024 I decided to take the plunge and go all in with Mint. I took out my old windows SSD, put in a new one and had the most trouble free Linux install experience I ever had. ever. everything just worked, including the drivers for my Nvidia graphics card. I had Steam up and running quickly, my browser set up, my music playing, etc.. everything I wanted to use my home computer for worked. I've been absolutely blown away at how well my experience has been.
I will not be going back to windows and I will not be distro hopping either. as long as Mint keeps being this user friendly, I will be calling it home for the foreseeable future.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-30
Votes: 16
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I keep trying new distros, but also keep returning to Mint.
For me, it's easy to use and Cinnamon is a great median between Windows and Mac OS, with the best functionality from both and without the junk I don't want or need.
Mint Cinnamon works great on old as well as new hardware.
The only issue I've found is that Bluetooth 5.3 isn't supported right out of the box, but updating the kernel to at least 6.10 addresses this issue.
I don't mind it being based on Ubuntu. I do not like GNOME 3 on Ubuntu - I have a preference for my task bar and applications menu that Cinnamon fits best.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-30
Votes: 34
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- Very beginner-friendly
- Developers clearly care a lot about the details with their excellent theming and attention to creating a unified visual experience, plus lovely sound effects and wallpapers
- One of the best package managers, software centers, and update managers out there (plus they've spearheaded modernizing the APT software stack, eschewed Snaps, and focus on official Flatpaks)
- The file manager is so much better than the GNOME one, and their extensions system is great
- Includes all sorts of useful utilities from their collection of X-apps
- They make sure that the accessibility features aren't broken (which is surprisingly common in Linuxland)
- Their first-boot welcome screen is fantastic
- The installer is one of the easiest to use I've ever used
I tend to wander and try new things, but I always find myself back at Linux Mint. This is the only distro I recommend anymore.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-21
Votes: 35
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I've been using Linux Mint since 2006, and 22.1 is without a doubt one of the finest releases yet. It's the most polished and user-friendly desktop Linux experience I've had. Cinnamon runs flawlessly — smooth, stable, and elegant. Everything works out of the box: multimedia, drivers, updates. The Mint team truly understands what desktop users want. It's a perfect balance between simplicity and power. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced user, Mint 22.1 just feels right. Hats off to the developers!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2025-05-21
Votes: 8
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I can only say that I am impressed with the latest version. Not only is it stable and works out of the box I'm constantly wowed by the small updates and improvements to the cinnamon desktop.
My laptop runs smooth without getting overheated and I'm able to multi task with ease.
The only issue I have had is connecting my Bluetooth Beats headphones and took me the best part of 20 minutes to get them connected but was OK following a few manual interventions.
Usual software comes pre installed out of the box and all I needed tk add was a handful of my own programs for my own work flow.
One thing lacking for me is the ability to have a simple gui app to alter the desktop to preferred work flow. Take Ubuntu Mate who have a desktop switcher option to have a plank at the bottom and a few other pre configured options depending on what you are used to.
The dark mode is always welcome and the choice to choose a colour for the folders is a must and great to see.
As always Linux Mint have done a great job getting this system to a polished and easily the most well thought out operating system with users in mind.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2025-05-21
Votes: 21
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Easiest install I've ever dealt with. Simply focused on its purpose as a desktop Linux, it does exactly what it is intended to do. As with many Linux installs, I have used it to rescue and prolong the life of older hardware, and it has no issues using those older laptops. The included applications are useful and robust. Would it make a good server? Probably not, but that's not its purpose. It's a desktop system through and through. And it does that very well. A Linux I would recommend for any beginner, and even for experienced users who just want ease-of-use on a daily driver, as it were.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-19
Votes: 13
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I must say, Linux Mint has truly transformed my laptop into a high-performance machine. The user-friendly interface and seamless integration with my existing hardware have made it an absolute pleasure to use. The team behind Linux Mint deserves a huge round of applause for their tireless efforts in creating such a robust and reliable operating system.
The experience of switching from my previous Windows to Linux Mint was surprisingly smooth, with minimal disruption to my workflow. The intuitive design and well-organized layout have made it easy for me to navigate and find the features I need, even for a beginner like myself. The attention to detail and commitment to user experience are truly commendable.
With Linux Mint, I've noticed a significant boost in speed and efficiency, making it ideal for both casual users and power users alike. Whether I'm working on a project, watching videos, or simply browsing the web, Linux Mint has consistently delivered a seamless and enjoyable experience. I'm grateful to the Linux Mint team for their dedication to creating a top-notch operating system that has genuinely made my laptop better.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-19
Votes: 12
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Excelente Distribucion de LInux, me encanta la fluidez, la estabilidad y las opciones de personalizacion por esta distro dejaré windows, sin duda me ha convencido en pleno 2025 aunque tengo mas de 5 años de usarla, probarla, instalarla, revivir equipos antiguos como esas minilaptops con procesador Intel Atom, quedan como nuevas con la version de Linux Mint con escritorio XFCE lo mas rapido que he visto, personalmente la version de escritorio con XFCE es la que mas me ha gustado y la instalo siempre en las maquinas que adquiero.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-17
Votes: 9
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I have used this distro since 2007, and have not used anything else for my main computer since. I also use the LMDE version (now version 6) too. With Ubuntu's direction, the LMDE version is the way to go IMHO. Cinnamon gives you a great desktop and the ability to do as you wish. I really love the entire system.
I enjoy using the cli so i have my own scripts for updates and since they've gotten the os upgrade in place working great, really have no notes. I always have a seprate drive for my /home folders so I have had the same home folder/files for over 18 years (different drives of course), but the same setup etc.
For work I am forced to use Windows, but have WSL and some vbox vms running too.
Try this it works and will make your life easier. And remember, this apt has super cow powers.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 21.3
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-09
Votes: 53
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I have been using this distro for over ten years; it's fast, stable, flawless, and secure. Linux Mint has consistently proven itself to be a reliable and user-friendly operating system. Its stability is a standout feature; it rarely crashes or encounters critical errors, providing a solid foundation for both everyday computing and more demanding tasks. This stability extends to its performance, as Mint generally runs quickly, even on older hardware, making it a great choice for users looking to breathe new life into their systems.
The user interface, particularly with the Cinnamon desktop environment, is intuitive and familiar, especially for those transitioning from Windows. It strikes a balance between modern aesthetics and traditional usability, offering a comfortable and efficient workflow. Mint comes with a good selection of pre-installed software, covering most common needs such as office productivity, media playback, and web browsing. This reduces the need to immediately search for and install essential applications
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2025-05-08
Votes: 10
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Linux Mint is an absolute gem for anyone looking for a reliable, user-friendly, and efficient Linux distribution. From the moment you boot up, you’ll notice how smooth and intuitive the interface is. The Cinnamon desktop environment is polished and familiar, making it an excellent choice for users transitioning from Windows or those who prefer a traditional desktop layout.
What sets Linux Mint apart is its focus on simplicity and stability. The system is easy to install, and everything just works out of the box. There are no complicated configurations required to get things up and running. The software manager is fantastic, providing access to a wide array of applications, and the update manager ensures that your system stays up-to-date without hassle.
Performance-wise, Linux Mint is quick and light on resources, making it a great choice for older hardware or those who just want a fast, responsive system. The community support is also top-notch—if you run into any issues, you'll find solutions on forums or through the extensive documentation.
Overall, Linux Mint offers a seamless, stress-free computing experience, whether you're a Linux newbie or a seasoned user. It’s an excellent choice for anyone looking to take control of their operating system without sacrificing ease of use or performance. Highly recommended!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-06
Votes: 20
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Linux Mint is an awesome beginner distro and a very good - perhaps the best - all-rounder distro out there. It has a lot of users, a big community, and a dev team that listens to it's users. I would highly recommend it as a beginner distro, but also as a stable, reliable go-to distro. After several years I still use Mint as a 'base' distro, after first having started with Ubuntu. Mint is easy to install and use.
Mint is very customizable, you can change it for practical and esthetical reasons the way you want it to be. There is very little problems with updates, you don't have to be cautious like on "bleeding edge" distros, and can install updates as they come along. Mint has a great updater that let's you choose which updates to install, or which to install first. It also has a kernel overview in the update menu, where you can remove old/unwanted kernels.
For gaming you can use Steam and Lutris on Mint, a lot of games I've tried have worked on Mint. For video/audio editing there's Kdenlive and Audacity, for photo edits there's Gimp, for streaming/recording there's OBS, and many, many more applications.
The Software Center on Mint shows ratings and reviews from users, which is very helpful when choosing applications.
Mint has it's own TV/movie app called Hypnotix, with many free channels worldwide.
On the downside, it's not bleeding edge with the latest kernel, so it may not fully optimize the newest hardware available. It might however still be able to run on it.
Mint comes with it's own Cinnamon desktop environment - it's 'flagship' DE -, the MATE DE, and Xfce. In addition it also ship a Debian based version, in case Ubuntu were to be dropped as a base for Mint.
Previously Mint also offered an 'Edge' version, meant for newer hardware, having a newer kernel. This might perhaps return if the current kernel at some point becomes too old.
Even though no distro is perfect, no OS is, I give Mint a 10 out of 10. Even if you come to the conclusion that a different distro suits you better, Mint can be very helpful in giving you a more gentle introduction to Linux, as it require little to no command line use. Of course the terminal is there if you want to use it.
Linux Mint is actually a very important distro in the Linux desktop world, it would be a significant loss for the community if it wasn't there.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2025-05-05
Votes: 8
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Linux Mint is my daily driver and a great OS for the common user. Next version i'm looking forward towards due to the new features that Mint needed. Wayland support should be ready by then also and plus a new main menu for the OS. Which Mint needed badly since it was falling behind when comparing the menu to others like Arc Menu for Gnome or KDE menu for Plasma. The Cinnamon menu for Mint is showing its age in looks and in user friendliness.
Other then that Mint is awesome and by far one of the best distros for Linux out there.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-03
Votes: 4
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I've been using Linux Mint 22 on my home server since its release (Replacing Ubuntu 22.04), and recently upgraded to 22.1. The stability and performance are very impressive. I rely on the system to host VirtualBox (x86) VMs for remote development from my MacBook Pro. I run 10+ VMs at the same time and they're all responsive and stable. Remote management is very easy.
From my experience with various Linux distros, Mint is slow on including support for latest kernels or drives. But if your hardware is not very new and you need a very stable and capable system, Mint 22 is the top choice.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-05-01
Votes: 1
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Used now as replacement of Ubuntu / Window$ units... very stable and fast, nothing to complain, even with "old" machines (where running Xfce instead of Cinnamon). Timeshift is the perfect tool for "standard" users who must have backups without even thinking about it. Great battery power improvement for laptops too. Our graphic designers are running Gimp which is not Photoshop but offers all features needed. Gimp on Mint is fast even with complex rendering, no freeze or data corruption encountered until today (that wasn't always the case with Adobe unfortunately and which isn't a cheap solution). Mint is a great product.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-29
Votes: 2
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Linux Mint 22.1 Xia
Linux Mint 22.1 "Xia" shines with its Ubuntu 24.04 base, offering stability until 2029. Powered by Linux kernel 6.8, it features Cinnamon 6.4.6 with experimental Wayland support, delivering a sleek, modern desktop. New energy modes, refined UI, and updated Apt tools enhance user experience. Available in Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce editions, it’s lightweight (9.3 GB disk, ~888 MB RAM for Cinnamon). Ideal for beginners and pros, Xia balances performance and polish.
It's perfect!!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 7
Date: 2025-04-28
Votes: 1
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I have used Mint for a number of years and many versions. Yeserday was the first time I ever had a problem with something as simple as wireless mouse function. No right click action (no context menu on files or folders), no drag and drop function, repeated clicks to do one task (such as closing or minimizing a window). Tried a different mouse with same results. Booted to live drives of several other distros: no mouse problems. Seems to me a release shouldn't make it out of the shop with an issue like that. I know it's not the first time Mnt has had this problem, because there are reports of the same behaviors from previous years. Other than that, Mint is okay, although I am really not fond of Cinnamon.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 20.3
Rating: 2
Date: 2025-04-25
Votes: 1
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Mint used to be a very slim distro suitable for old computers.
It is not so much anymore. Instead it got a lot of new design and features mostly well built for Cinnamon.
I like the Xfce desktop a lot better but it has a lower priority and can sometimes even seem to be a little suppressed in Mint.
The install procedure is easy and very tempting also for putting Mint on the same disk as Windows.
However in my experience the technical foundation is not always reliable enough, and that can sometimes make an install too risky. A distro with inadequate technical support is in my opinion not worth much.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-25
Votes: 3
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Linux mint wokrs on my performance notebook and my son's old notebook. My performance notebook series: Lenovo LOQ i7 and 64RAM NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 and and Lenovo Legion i7 32RAM NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060.
I am an AI Engineer and everything works. Also I used PopOS same notebook thats great.
Linux Mint some importants notes:
* Multiple or triple monitor(27 and 32 inch ) works great
* bluetooth (airpods, samsung galaxy buds, keyboards and mouse) works great
* GPU(nividia) works great
* development tools(jetbrains and vs-code)
Thanks Linux Mint Team
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-24
Votes: 0
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I have a couple PC's I just installed Linux Mint on. A Samsung Galaxy Book 4 and a Lenovo Ideacentre Mini.
All positives with both installations, everything works and it is so nice to see RAM use come way down from what Windows 11 was using. I was beyond being done with Microsoft and its incompetent Windows team.
Been using Windows since the 3.11 edition but I cannot look past the mess that is Windows 11. Windows 10 really was not so bad but its near the end so I had to find a alternative. I tried Ubuntu and had no issues other then I am not a fan of Gnome flavored Linux distro's. Cinnamon in Mint compares far more to what I grew up with in Windows UI. It just feels more familiar to me and navigating Mint reminds me so much of Windows 7 days. I have dabbled in Linux desktops for years but never decided to fully switch until Windows 11. No OS is perfect but I kept finding less and less reasons to stick with Windows. Most of what I do is within browsers and applications available on both Windows and Linux. Making the switch these days is easier then maybe even 5 years ago. Can't recommend Mint enough and its simple enough to make a USB bootable of Mint and try it out before ever installing it.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-21
Votes: 0
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I’ve been using Linux Mint 22.1, nicknamed "Wilma," for a bit now, and wow, it’s fantastic! This version runs on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, which means it’s super stable and supported for years. It’s perfect for anyone, whether you’re new to Linux or a total pro.
The Cinnamon desktop looks great and feels so easy to use. It’s like a mix of modern and familiar, so you won’t feel lost. Everything runs smoothly, even on my older laptop. Apps like Firefox, LibreOffice, and GIMP come ready to go, so you’re set from day one.
Mint 22.1 has some cool updates. The Software Manager is quicker now, and finding new apps is a snap. The icons and themes got a nice refresh, making everything look fresh and clean. It also feels faster, and my battery lasts longer. The new audio system, PipeWire, makes music and videos sound crisp and clear.
I love how safe Mint feels. It gets regular updates, and there’s a simple tool to set up a firewall. Plus, Timeshift is a lifesaver—it backs up your system, so you can fix things if something goes wrong.
Honestly, Linux Mint 22.1 is a joy to use. It’s simple, reliable, and makes switching from Windows or Mac a breeze. If you want a free, powerful system that just works, give Mint 22.1 a try. You won’t be disappointed!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-21
Votes: 0
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The easiest Linux to install and use in my opinion. On my old PC (i5 4440, GTX 960, 8GB DDR3) just works. Tried to experiment with Ubuntu and Fedora but there is always something wrong. Mint Rules! .
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-17
Votes: 2
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Installed Mint 22.1 - and what can I say? It just runs. Fast, stable, tidy. Everything works out of the box, no gimmicks necessary. This is exactly how I imagine a system for everyday use: efficient, reliable, pleasant. Thanks to the team - this is Linux the way I like it!
Integrating Microsoft Teams and Outlook via web app wrappers is a seamless experience, eliminating the need for browser tabs and enhancing productivity .
Setting up the Cisco Secure Client VPN was straightforward, and it functions flawlessly, ensuring secure connections for remote work.
Linux Mint Forums
In summary, Mint 22.1 delivers a dependable and efficient environment, solidifying its place as my daily driver.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 6-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-13
Votes: 1
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Hi. im noob linux user. but i like to try and solve the problems if there are. i have tried and installed almost every distro with different kernel + desktop environments.
Archcraft has the best visuals in my opinion. Cachy has best kernel. But get's updated everyday. And that increases my anxiety lol.
Than i wanted to try independent distros like solus. Which is really good distro. Gets updated every friday. And they have very good community.
Than i was looking for something looks like more linux. Not modern also not that retro. Which i like retro look actually likq q4os linux.
now i have installed mint lmde.
it's debian based and very easy to install and remove packages. easy to update. Easy to find softwares.
im very happy and much less anxious. Because im not having updates everyday lol.
in fact i can able to try newer kernels and remove them on debian based mint.
im surprised to myself =))
and im recommending mint-lmde for you too.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-12
Votes: 0
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I am very surprised that Mint is still so stable and works fine on my old PC.
Other Linux versions freeze or shut down, even though the security is in order, it can be a problem when you are not an expert.
But Mint is so straightforward and with many features that you return to Mint. Maybe a vpn is missing in the system itself, but when you look, there are really many options that you can use, so you get a little confused about what is the safest to use.
As with all versions, there is something that works and something that does not, but with a little help from the internet you can sometimes get it up and running.
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 22.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-11
Votes: 18
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Linus Torvalds isn't someone people would call a 'Linux elitist', and users who think of themselves as Linux elitists probably would't like him very much since he admits preferring distributions that are easy to install and configure, distros that 'just work work right out of the box' so he can get on with his life and focus on kernel development. Stating that he never installs "hard" distros like Arch or Gentoo, known for its requirement to compile programs from source, Torvalds explained he prefers distros that are easy to install and reasonably up-to-date, and appreciates Ubuntu for making Debian more user-friendly.
Knowing this about Linus makes me feel a lot better about myself. I've been a Linux user since 2005 when my son gave me a set of new Ubuntu installation disks that came via a PC magazine he bought. To this day, 20 years later, I still don't know how to compile a program from source or perform other terminal tasks without painstakingly following step by step directions. I much prefer a GUI user interface over using the Terminal for day to day computing. I realize that all that harks back to having used Windows ever since it first became available. But at my age I make no excuses for the preferences I stick with as life goes on!
Like Linus, I simply want a Linux distro that works right out of the box and gives me no headaches to set up, configure or use. Which is why, back in 2006 when Linux Mint first became available, I tried it out and found it was in fact "Ubuntu done Right," as others had insisted. So I climbed on board as a brand new Mint user and never seriously looked back.
Today, going on 20 years later, as far as I'm concerned Linus is absolutely right. 'A distro that is easy to install and reasonably up-to-date' - and let me add, 'preferably built on Debian and Ubuntu', as Linux Mint thankfully is - makes for today's tried and true winning formula as far as the vast majority of new and long time Linux desktop users are concerned - among which I and millions world wide gratefully count ourselves!
So a truly heart felt 'Thank You" to Clem and his inspired vision for what Linux Mint should be, along with the outstanding development team he has assembled to help achieve the realization of his dream for a distro that anyone can install on almost any computer they have, and find that "it just works, right out of the box!" No fuss. No muss. Beautifully efficient. Capable of any task a user might envision using it for!
That's Linux Mint from this long time user's point of view, in a nutshell!
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Project: Linux Mint
Version: 6-LMDE
Rating: 10
Date: 2025-04-11
Votes: 3
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The only thing that's boring about mint is that it doesn't break all the time - which is awesome.
I've tried to work with other distros such as endeavour OS (arch btw), opensuse and fedora, but either distro left me with having to make compromises... which I just don't have to do on LMDE.
The out of the box experience after installing my gpu driver and nomodeset in grub is just so smooth - and shit doesn't break all the time (looking at you, endeavour OS).
Sure eg. the AUR is neat but unless I did daily updates, very often wouldn't I even be able to download anything due to mirror updates and even then, you exactly needed to know what package you want, to be able to get a potentially working build script that doesn't break every few updates.
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