EzeeLinux Show 18.1 | Linux Mint 18.3 Configuration

Here's a look at how to configure Linux Mint 18.3 after installation.

EZEELINUX’S LINUX MINT 18.3 POST-INSTALL CONFIGURATION

Mandatory Configuration Steps:

1. Set Update Manager scheme to “Update Everything.”
2. Switch to local mirror.
3. Refresh and install all updates.
4. Reboot.
5. Search for and install drivers with Driver Manager.
6. Reboot.
7. Set Synaptic Package Manager to “Consider recommended packages as dependencies.”
8. Enable and setup Firewall.
9. Enable and setup Timeshift.

Optional Configuration Steps:

1. Enable Write Caching with Disks Utility.
2. Configure Startup Applications.
3. Set Static IP4 network addresses.
4. Reclaim reserved drive space with tune2fs. Ex. “tune2fs -m 1 /dev/sda1”
5. Reboot.

[mikesmith]

Much appreciated - I have scraps of paper with how-to notes but in most cases I cannot now remember any of the whys - That just became important as I work for a charity supporting disabled people with IT and I am making up some bootable Mint/Xfce USB sticks for people in the US (I am in the UK) so I need to be sure I get it all right before shipping them. Thanks for taking the time and care to make such informative vids.
Timeshift is a welcome addition!

[gutwallst]

thanks, I just switched from Windows 10 to Ubuntu and your videos have been extremely helpful

[josh-foss]

A number of years in and never knew about ext4 setting aside that 5% of space. Thanks for pointing that out Joe, still learning each and every day.

[shawnr]

Easy follow good descriptions. Not too technical for us beginners. Thank you.

[motoryzen]

Joe....It dawned on me that you're like a slightly more mature " Dave Ramsey" of the Linux world. Well done man Cheers!!

[leor]

Some of your tips for Mint setup even work for Ubuntu. Thanks Joe.

[The_Robert.Fletcher]

Thanks Joe that has just come at the right time for me as i have just installed LM18.3 KDE over from Arch GNOME. A big change for me.

[jorgeruiz]

Hi Joe, I've been following you since years now. I'm so glad to listen that you sound soooo much happy and relax on your latest videos, I believe that having Cindy with better health and at home made that happen.

I loved your interview with Lunduke yesterday, it was awesome seeing you guys treat deep topics with so much joy and fun.

I have a question regarding Linux Mint 18.3, I don't see on your list of configuration the swapiness.

I remember changing swapiness from 60 to 10 with a single command line on the terminal for 18.2, is that not necessary anymore for 18.3?

Greetings from Chiapas, Mexico.

[marble_wraith]

As usual brilliant comprehensive guide.

[KevinBReynolds]

Another outstanding video Joe. Thanks!

[perdomot]

Forgot to turn on the write cache last time, so thanks for reminding me.

[emjaycee]

I intend to try Mint Cinnamon when the next version (19) comes out, so thank you, great information :)

[mrobich]

Just in case you had not noticed, when you "thought" you applied a 5 sec delay to Terminal, it applied to Cinnamon Settings as it was Highlighted when you clicked Edit. Always enjoy these lessons.

[mrmcallum]

A well thought-out video, thanks ... !

[RonWaller]

Thanks Joe. Another great and informative video.

[eznix]

Great video for the beginner. The only suggestion I would make is that everyone should have a hardware firewall. Most people I assume (maybe incorrectly) have a router between their computer(s) and the broadband connection into the home or business. Every user should have a router with a hardware firewall, even if they only have one computer. A simple 4 port wired router will have a firewall.

[mickeyramone]

Tnx for this video, Joe. It's very helpful.
I have one question, does Firewall slows down PC in any aspect. Thanks again.
Cheers

[skyrimdude]

should i build a pc to run linux or buy a desktop from system76? what are the pros and cons of each? im always build pc's to run solely windows or bought pc with windows preinstalled but am looking into switching to either mint mate/manjaro kde or ubuntu instead of windows.

[portland_russ]

I used VM Guest CD and all windows borders disappeared after reboot, so I am wondering how to install drivers on VM properly. But it was KDE actually, does it really matter which desktop has been chosen? Now I am downloading 18.3 with Cinnamon Desktop and I will try to install drivers from Guest Virtual Box CD again.

[henrymach]

The 'route' command shows you the router address (gateway)