Free user friendly Linux distribution

Linux Mint is a free and open source distribution of the popular operating system. Designed to be user friendly and work straight out of the box, the distribution brings the flexibility of Linux to all users.

First step

With a reputation for difficulty and high technical understanding, Linux is often regarded as something far too complex for most users. The free operating system offers a whole range of benefits including more privacy, complete control and custom programs but is more difficult than a traditional OS. Linux Mint aims to help correct these issues by offering a more user focused version of Linux that works immediately with many of the features users require. The service has been specifically created by the open source community for everyone to use, and has been downloaded millions of times. Linux Mint is a great stepping stone for those interested in the OS as it comes with a huge range of help and support from the community, including advice on software installation and user guides. While it still requires some general understanding, the distribution is an impressive creation from dedicated fans.

Happy to help

Linux Mint is a helpful first step to understanding Linux or as a simple free operating system. The guides and tutorials cover nearly every element of the build and the active community is always willing to help.

  • Pros

    • Free download
    • Simpler than standard Linux
  • Cons

    • Requires some reading
    • Not for everyone
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App specs

  • License

    Free

  • Version

    7

  • Latest update

  • Platform

    Windows

  • OS

    Windows 2000

  • Language

    English

    Available languages

    • Arabic
    • Czech
    • Danish
    • German
    • Greek
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Finnish
    • French
    • Italian
    • Japanese
    • Korean
    • Dutch
    • Norwegian
    • Polish
    • Portuguese
    • Russian
    • Swedish
    • Turkish
    • Chinese
  • Downloads

    93.8K

    Last month's downloads

    • 195
  • Size

    731.02 MB

  • Developer

    • Linux Mint

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User reviews about Linux Mint

by Roberto Cabrera

porque me gusta y es bastante facil para mi,que no tengo esperiencia en la computacion y me ensenaron trabajar en ella, yo se lo recomiendo a cualquier persona muy bueno que es para busquedas de todo tipo y lo que quieras hacer gracias y saludos.

by Mia Riley

What I really love the most about Linux Mint is its highly customizable options. Users has the say when it comes to the look and feel of their display screen because the user can change and adjust every part of it to the look they prefer or suits them the most.

by Olivia Thomas

For me, Linux Mint is hundred times better than Windows 10 in terms of performance, security, privacy and reliability it provides. Plus, Linux Mint is completely free to download and install unlike Windows 10 that needs to be purchased for you to completely enjoy all the features they have in the system.

by Andrew Venter

Best Linux I've tried and really much much better than Windows!!!

by Anonymous

One of the best distributives.. One of my favorite Linux distros. Why it's on Softonic I have no idea. Download from the official site. Pros: PowerfulReliable Cons: Nothing

by Anonymous

i love Linux Mint 13. it works nicely on most computers i have tried. i was shocked to see how well mint 13 worked on several different computers. you could get spoiled with this. it has just about everything you need built in. it makes it easy to add things you might want and to upgrade. after using Linux for awhile its nice to not have to put up with spyware and virus. there is almost always a solution to any small problems i have had (lots of online help). i am not used to anything working this well. using a live DVD or Jump drive version makes it easy to see if it work well on your computers. i use the Live versions to troubleshoot windows systems. i love the fact that i can make Bootable DVDs or Jump Drives of most versions i am interested in trying. it makes it easy to see which ones have the features i like . the uncluttered screen of mint 13 is a big improvement. the menu system is nicely done and organized so programs are easy and fast to get to without needing all that screen Icon clutter.. no system can do everything every time but i am impressed with how many specialized functions are taken care of automatically in mint. mint does require more memory than really old computers usually have. but there are other versions of Linux that work for that. i like windows XP but love the added security of being able to upgrade to the latest Linux system any time i want. there are some features that i don't like on Mint 13 (like hot corners) , the same features i didn't like on win7. they might be good for some but just in my way. fortunately you can turn those extra gingerbreads off if its not something you want. i am impressed at how successfully the Linux groups have managed to produce such polished results. i have nothing to do with the development of linux other than the occasional complaint to them when they do something i dont like (its nice to be able to do that). i am just a happy customer.

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