This is a great guide on how to install Linux Mint on your computer! Linux Mint is a popular Linux distribution (or “distro”) known for its user-friendly interface and focus on simplicity and elegance. It’s based on Ubuntu and it aims to provide a more complete out-of-the-box experience for users. It includes multimedia codecs and proprietary software support that Ubuntu typically doesn’t include by default. Linux Mint comes with several desktop environments to choose from, including Cinnamon (which is developed by the Linux Mint team and is the flagship desktop environment), MATE, and Xfce. These desktop environments offer different user experiences, catering to various preferences and hardware requirements. Overall, Linux Mint is favored by many users who are looking for a stable, easy-to-use Linux distribution that provides a familiar computing environment similar to traditional operating systems like Windows or macOS.
More detail here: Linux Mint Installation Guide
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