Obviously this is somewhat subjective, but I’ve had a lot of problems in my previous attempts to switch to Linux, so I’d like to create a list of distros to try out, and see what works for me. I’m mostly expecting to be doing basic office work and light gaming via Steam.

  • ProdigalFrog@slrpnk.netEnglish
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    4 days ago

    It’s the same Debian base under the hood, but has:

    • A more user-friendly installer (I know Debian’s has improved with Trixie, but Mint’s is still easier IMO).
    • A newbie friendly welcome screen that walks them through setting up a snap shot back-up tool, theming, updates, firewall, as well as easily providing a link to help documents, and shows the user the software center exists.
    • The excellent Mint Software Centre Appstore (I don’t think that comes with Cinnamon on a standard Debian install, I think it’s just the terminal).