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These 3 settings make Linux Mint look cleaner and feel snappier

I cut animations, trimmed startup apps, and hid desktop icons to make Linux Mint feel cleaner and more responsive.

[For Beginners] 10 Recommended Initial Settings to Do After Installing Linux Mint

Linux Mint is a popular, free, and lightweight operating system that is as easy to use as Windows. However, in its initial ...
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Why Linux power users love the features that hold it back

A mosaic of desktops, toolkits, and command line rituals reveal a culture that prizes control, polish, and tinkering.
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Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I’ve tried both Windows alternatives, and here’s my winner

Linux Mint and Zorin OS are both popular Linux distros - but which one should you use? Here's my advice after weeks of testing. Zorin OS experienced a significant increase in downloads following the ...
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Elementary OS vs. Linux Mint: I compared my once favorite distro to the Windows alternative

Both elementary OS and Linux Mint are great for new users. Each distribution appeals to a different type of user. You can install and use both for free. Linux has ...