Linux Mint 21: The Best Distro. Better.

Linux Mint 21 review, covering what’s new in the latest edition of this popular distro, including how to upgrade from version 20.3 (see last chapter of the video).

CORRECTION: Note that in the "Muffin" section, where I refer to "Megacity" it should be "Metacity". My appologies.

Below are links to my previous reviews of Linux Mint 19 and 20. Note that the Linux Mint 19 video includes detailed installation instructions (which still apply for Linux Mint 21).

Linux Mint 19 for Windows Users -

Linux Mint 20: My Top Linux Distro -

And I have a review of Ubuntu 22.04, on which Linux Mint 21 is based, here:

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:36 Hello Vanessa (getting Linux Mint 21)
02:37 What’s New?
09:33 Muffin (display manager update)
12:10 Ubuntu Deviations
13:53 MATE & Xfce
15:29 A Solid Upgrade (inc 20.3 upgrade tool)

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[ExplainingComputers]

CORRECTION: Note that in the "Muffin" section, where I refer to "Megacity" it should be "Metacity". My apologies.

[Antonio-flnr]

I love how the Mint team keeps improving upon the classic desktop metaphor. This distro is so consistent, never changing what is already good.

[stickersamurai]

i live in the Philippines (at the third world country parts.) many Students and businesses here use Linux not by choice but because of survival. old broken computers are not thrown away here, they're restored. we're grateful for Linux for resurrecting our computers that other countries just throw out. 🙏

[danhoppy]

The thing that is so good about Linux Mint is that it is so dependable. Not as flashy as other distros, but everything just seems to work. It was my first foray into Linux, and one that I recommend any disgruntled Windows user try out first.

[BuceGar]

I've been using Linux Mint for years. It's worked with every piece of hardware I've installed it on. There is absolutely no reason anyone should ever be using windows.

[cdl]

A management strategy I have used successfully for decades is to begin any new installation by putting /home in a separate partition, then keep a personal log over time of packages added or removed, and system configuration changes, noting how I did it. When an upgrade is needed, this can be efficiently, and cleanly achieved by a fresh installation while preserving /home (keeping backups in case of disaster). You may also want to preserve some files in /etc such as passwd, shadow, groups, and system ssh configuration and keys, but be careful with these about ownership and permissions.

[drTERRRORRR]

Chris, the best damned thing about this channel is you being always excited to discover and share the IT-related thingies with us. You do that for years, yet you still maintain the level of excitement of a guy who recently discovered the entire world of an IT ahead of him. That's pure passion and it's contagious. Love you, man!

[DigitalProphet]

Mint is my favorite distro and the one I have the most experience with. AND the one that caused me the least amount of headaches when I was trying out various linux versions just to see how it operated. Coming from windows, mint is super easy to just "get" intuitively, for the most part. At least it was for me.

[mikecook]

I switched to Linux on my "daily driver' because of this channel. I'm relatively a noob, but I like Linux so far. I use Zorin 16, which I saw on this channel. Thanks Chris!

[tacklemc]

Good video, Good Quarity Distro review, you deserve to get 1M Youtube subscriber (soon, I believe). Cheer up!

[RoboNuggie]

Even though I don't use Linux, Linux Mint does look like a very well polished product, professional and easy to understand.... like your
I can see why you choose it.
An excellent review Chris, thank you!

[PixeLeeGames]

It's always a joy when you release a new video Chris. I've been using Linux for about a year now and it's been great. I stumbled across your channel after migrating and the content is just put together really well. Each new video just gets better and you can feel the pure passion and effort put into these videos.

[joegee]

As a long time Linux Mint user, I do enjoy these upgrades. I've completely stopped using Windows in my personal life and Mint on the desktop and Manjaro on an older Lenovo laptop have been working great for me. If anyone asks my advice for a Windows alternative, I'm usually going to suggest Linux Mint. It's a very easy transition.

[pcfabris]

Running ver. 21 surprisingly well on 2007 Dell laptop xps m1210, 4gb ram, 256 ssd, GeForce 7400. Web browsers and office apps working well. Mate desktop is best but compiz works too.

[Grandwigg]

I'm grateful for this introduction to Mint Vanessa.
Sunday's EC uploads are always a great thing to see in my notifications.

[Kevin-mxvi]

Lovely video, Chris. Thanks for giving us a rundown of what's in the latest version of Mint - I haven't upgraded yet but now intend to do that asap. 😄

[DaGlitchMaster]

Thanks for bring attention to LM.
It's been the O.S of my laptop for the last 5 years. As someone who often uses a bluetooth speaker the improvement is night and day. I used to have issues ranging from taking a long time to detect a paired device or having to reconnect my speaker and crackling sound, but now it detects it almost instantly and sounds crystal clear.

[MohamedAli]

Great video. Thanks for including the part on how to upgrade from 20.3 to 21 via terminal, this is gonna be very helpful for preexisting Mint users like myself

[AdityaSawdekar]

The best explanation of Mint 21 I have come across. I like your way of sharing info on distros -- very well paced, without any hype, concise and just as it is. Thanks a lot for sharing

[nkuxpwi]

Such a great news that now I can upgrade to Mint 21 from my 20.3!!!! Have just learnt it from your video! I can't wait for a month or so, just can't:) Thanks for a beautiful video Chris and for popularization of Linux!!!