Linux Mint 22: what is new
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.
Windows users who never came into contact with Linux before should not worry too much about Linux-specific terms such as Flatpaks or Gnome.
One of the best ways to test Linux is by running a Live USB version. This is offered by Linux Mint. It basically runs Linux in memory for you to try. You can run software, install apps, and see how you like it without making any changes to the installed operating system on the device.
Switching from Windows to Linux may look like a daunting task, but it has gotten a lot better in the past decade.
You can download Linux Mint 22 from the official project website. The Linux distribution comes in three flavors:
- Cinnamon – pick if your system is fairly modern.
- Xfce – lighter on resources, misses a few features.
- Mate – the classic desktop environment.
Closing Words
It will be interesting to see what millions of Windows 10 users whose devices are not compatible with Windows 11 will do next year. Will 2025 be the year that Linux is entering mainstream?
What is your take on Linux Mint? If you run Windows 10 on devices, what is your plan for the operating system in 2025?
