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Linux Mint 22 released: An attractive option for migrating away from Windows | Windows 11 system requirements block millions of PCs from upgrading, while Linux Mint continues to work on older hardware (www.ghacks.net)
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The Linux Mint team has just released Linux Mint 22, a new major version of the free Linux distribution. With Windows 10's end of support coming up quickly next year, at least some users may consider making the switch to Linux.

While there are other options, paying Microsoft for extended support or upgrading to Windows 11, these options are not available for all users or desirable.

Linux Mint 22 is a long-term service release. Means, it is supported until 2029. Unlike Microsoft, which made drastic changes to the system requirements of Windows 11 to lock out millions of devices from upgrading to the new version, Linux Mint will continue to work on older hardware, even after 2029.

Here are the core changes in Linux Mint 22:

  • Based on the new Ubuntu 24.04 package base.
  • Kernel version is 6.8.
  • Software Manager loads faster and has improved multi-threading.
  • Unverified Flatpaks are disabled by default.
  • Preinstalled Matrix Web App for using chat networks.
  • Improved language support removes any language not selected by the user after installation to save disk space.
  • Several under-the-hood changes that update libraries or software.
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[–] Xeroxchasechase@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago (4 children)

Linux Mint was my gateway drug to linux. It's simple and powerful! Now I'm a happy KDE user, but you never forget the first love

[–] SaharaMaleikuhm@feddit.org 0 points 3 months ago

I use Plasma on Mint. Love my setup

[–] FlashMobOfOne@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

I ran a dual-boot for a month and a half when news about Windows Recall broke, but unfortunately, my Nvidia setup experienced a lot of bugs and proved to just be too incompatible.

So, when I upgrade to a new computer later this year, I'm going to make this machine a Linux-only machine with a different distro, and then have my other PC for all my gaming needs.

[–] Cincinnatus@lemmy.today 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

You probably needed to download some drivers for your gpu

[–] FlashMobOfOne@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

I tried several.

None of them functioned well, and over that period of time it became clear it was a system issue. But, I know there are other distros that are more Nvidia-friendly, and when the time comes, I'll use one of those.

Thankfully there's O&O ShutUp to turn off Windows tracking for now.

[–] radivojevic@discuss.online 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Plasma is quite nice now.

[–] ripcord@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago (4 children)

It really is. I don't get the love for the tabletish gnome interface everyone is using.

I get why some people like it, for sure. I'm just surprised so many "power users" seem to.

[–] superkret@feddit.org 0 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

Gnome is just perfect for laptops and convertibles. I can quickly navigate it using the touchpad and super key. It also has better touch screen support, and with one extension (hide top bar), literally all of the screen real estate is available for your work. Hit the super key or 3-finger-swipe up and the UI appears. 3-finger-swipe sideways to switch to another virtual desktop. All my programs are full-screen and on their own desktop. The animations are so smooth, it's a joy to use.
And the Gnome apps are just simple and reduced to what you actually need.

On a desktop PC I prefer Plasma for its customizability and smaller UI elements. It's better for navigating with a mouse (although you can also turn it into a Gnome-clone or a tiling WM just with built-in options). And the KDE apps feel more "professional", with lots of additional functionality, options and settings.

[–] Sparky@lemmy.blahaj.zone 0 points 4 months ago (2 children)

What distro are you running with plasma? I've had issues with instability on KDE neon, so I'm planning to switch to a different distro. Plasma is still nice, so I'm looking for inspiration for what to mix and match.

[–] superkret@feddit.org 0 points 4 months ago

OpenSUSE Tumbleweed.

[–] Cincinnatus@lemmy.today 0 points 4 months ago

Kubuntu is what I use

[–] TrickDacy@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

KDE has continually felt less solid to me when I've used it, and the reviews I've seen of it seem to note that is still the case.

[–] Cincinnatus@lemmy.today 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Less solid how? I use it everyday and don't really notice any problems

[–] AIhasUse@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago

Yeah, it's fantastic. I don't know how I spent so much time in gnome before finding KDE, I can't imagine going back. I guess there could be something better out there, I'd love to know about it if there is.

[–] thearch@sh.itjust.works 0 points 4 months ago (2 children)

It has a unique workflow which clicks for people like me, even if they're on a desktop. It encourages workspaces by making creating and switching between them instant and seamless, and i like seeing all of my windows at once by just pressing the super key.

[–] ThePinkUnicorn@lemdro.id 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Oh I love your wallpaper, do you have a link to somewhere I can download it?

[–] thearch@sh.itjust.works 0 points 4 months ago

Sure, I use an extension to get daily wallpapers, but here's the image for that day:

High quality link

[–] uzay@infosec.pub 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

With Overview you can get something very similar in Plasma, though you'd need to change the default shortcut to open it by just pressing the super key.

[–] thearch@sh.itjust.works 0 points 4 months ago

However it's not as quick, and it's not considered the main method of navigating your windows. AFAIK you can't switch workspaces by scrolling there or have your apps list visible.

[–] Nachorella@lemmy.sdf.org 0 points 4 months ago

Power users probably just use hotkeys and type, Gnome is attractive and stays out of your way. That said - I like Plasma, too. That's the fun of Linux, it's so customisable to each person's needs.

[–] QuantumSparkles@sh.itjust.works 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

I’m really inexperienced with Linux but I’ve become interested since getting a steamdeck which uses KDE for its desktop, which I’ve enjoyed—so how do KDE and mint compare?

[–] ECB@feddit.org 0 points 4 months ago

KDE: traditional desktop environment with focus on lots of customization, options, and features. Often aimed more towards enthusiasts or everyday users who want the latest features.

GNOME: non-traditional desktop focusing on simplicity. Designed to be used a very specific way to maximize productivity. Often aimed more towards corporate or professional users.

Mint uses their own desktop environment (cinnamon) which is somewhere between the two.

All of these are nice in their own way, you just need to find which one you like best!