Audience

Home computer users, Windows and macOS users transitioning to Linux, students, educators, software developers, Linux beginners, IT professionals, small businesses, open-source enthusiasts, gamers, and organizations seeking a stable, customizable, user-friendly, and free desktop operating system

About Linux Mint

Linux Mint is a free, open-source Linux operating system designed to provide a user-friendly, secure, and customizable desktop experience for personal and professional computing. The distribution is primarily based on Ubuntu and offers Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce desktop environments to accommodate different hardware capabilities and user preferences. Linux Mint includes preinstalled applications for web browsing, office productivity, multimedia playback, file management, and everyday computing. Its Software Manager provides access to thousands of applications, while the Update Manager simplifies software maintenance and security updates. Built-in system snapshot capabilities through Timeshift allow users to restore previous system states when configuration changes or updates cause problems. Linux Mint supports software development, gaming, business productivity, and multimedia creation, making it a practical alternative to Microsoft Windows and macOS.

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Ratings/Reviews - 3 User Reviews

Overall 4.7 / 5
ease 4.3 / 5
features 4.7 / 5
design 4.7 / 5
support 4.3 / 5
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Company Information

Linux Mint
Founded: 2006
United States
linuxmint.com

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Platforms Supported
Linux
Training
Documentation
Support
Online

Linux Mint Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Linux Mint work with?
Linux Mint works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Linux Mint support in their product?
Linux Mint supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Linux Mint offer?
Linux Mint offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Linux Mint integrate with?
Linux Mint integrates with: EnduraData EDpCloud, fpm, Ottomatik, StrongDM, and Zero Install.
Q: What type of training does Linux Mint provide?
Linux Mint provides training in the form of documentation.
Q: How much does Linux Mint cost?
Pricing for Linux Mint starts at Free.

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Linux Mint Verified User Reviews

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  • A Linux Mint User
    Hotel Front Desk Agent & Night Auditor
    Used the software for: Less than 6 months
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
    Design 4 out of 5 stars
    Ease 4 out of 5 stars
    Features 5 out of 5 stars
    Pricing 5 out of 5 stars
    Support 4 out of 5 stars
    Probability You Would Recommend? 9 out of 10

    "The best Linux Distro for Newbies, Average and Windows PC Users."

    5 out of 5 stars Posted 2025-01-21

    Pros: Easy to use, manage and very flexible. Everything (in most cases) is running flawlessly out of the box.

    Cons: In some cases, you need to use the terminal for accomplishing and sorting out things.

    Overall: It's the best Linux distro I have tried so far. Robust, reliable, and easily manageable Linux OS. Especially for newbies and average PC users.

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  • A Linux Mint User
    IT Tech
    Used the software for: 1-2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User, Administrator
    Company Size: 1 - 25
    Design 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease 5 out of 5 stars
    Features 4 out of 5 stars
    Pricing 5 out of 5 stars
    Support 4 out of 5 stars
    Probability You Would Recommend? 9 out of 10

    "Linux Mint is great"

    5 out of 5 stars Posted 2022-02-25

    Pros: - Easy to use
    - Amazing intro into Linux
    - Fast with little overhead

    Cons: - May need to learn terminal commands depending on use
    - Compatibility poorer than windows
    - May not integrate with certain windows enterprise solutions

    Overall: Linux Mint is an amazing OS that is easy to use and is very clean. It can revive an old computer or make your productivity. It is easy to learn and an outstanding daily driver.

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    1 user found this review helpful.
  • Parambir S.
    Software Engineer
    Used the software for: Less than 6 months
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1 - 25
    Design 5 out of 5 stars
    Ease 4 out of 5 stars
    Features 5 out of 5 stars
    Pricing 5 out of 5 stars
    Support 5 out of 5 stars
    Probability You Would Recommend? 9 out of 10

    "OP!!!!!!!!!!"

    4 out of 5 stars Posted 2022-02-19

    Pros: 1. Super Fast.
    2. Customized ubuntu so large collection of software.
    3. Store works better than ubuntu store.
    4. Fully Customizable.(100% except kernel that also you can do from source code)
    5. Light Weight.
    6. Easy to use.
    7. Installing websites as apps natively.

    Cons: 1. Basic software such as Cheese (Camera) not there.
    2. After setup need to change some boot options which can be confusing for new comers.
    3. Does not have some multimedia codecs preinstalled.
    4. Does not have the property wireless driver installed while installation of Linux Mint.
    5. No basic animations (but this increases speed)

    Overall: Overall it is good for people who know little how to walk into the system.
    and not for newbies.
    Best linux distro.
    And you need to change restart on ram exceeding in settings. Only if you have a PC with more than 2 GB ram.

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