Linux Mint
Easy to use, fast and comfortable
Linux Mint is an operating system for desktop and laptop computers. It is designed to work ‘out of the box’ and comes fully equipped with the apps most people need.
Everything just works ‘out of the box’
Rock solid reliable with centralised updates
Your computer, your rules – no data collection
Strongly community-centric
Linux Mint has had good reviews from TechRepublic, ZDNet, PCMag and ars technica.
Distro Stack: Linux Kernel > Debian > Ubuntu > Linux Mint
Linux Mint is based on Ubuntu, which is based on Debian, which is based on Linux.
Some Screen Shots
Open Source Dependency?
Four Risk Factors to Consider
Individuals can assume certain risks to switch to a Linux desktop. But there is a lot more at stake for businesses and organisations, not least in compliance, security, business continuity and staff buy in.
History
May indicate resiliance over time and a sense of direction
Linux mint began in 2006, based on Kubuntu, a flavour of Ubuntu. As of 2018, releases have been based on Ubuntu LTS. There is also a Debian based version.
Who is behind the distro?
May indicate sustainability and type of effort involved
Linux Mint is a community effort led by a core team of three. The community is very active and supportive.
Support
The type of support available may be crucial for you
Linux Mint is free. Support is provided by its community.
Foundation (Distro Stack)
May indicate how robust the distribution is
Linux Mint is based on Ubuntu LTS, which is based on Debian, which is based on the Linux kernel. The Debian version is based on Debian, which is based on Linux.
YouTube Talking Heads
What Some People Think
Three of countless Youtube videos on switching to Linux. These may be useful for individuals [be careful of exagerations] But for corporations issues of compliance, security and business continuity should be top considerations.
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