Linux Mint 22 Review: Subtle And Impactful Upgrade
IT'S FOSS, Friday, July 26th, 2024
After every Ubuntu LTS release, the wait starts for upgrades to some of the best derivatives, including Linux Mint.
This time, Linux Mint 22 has landed, based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.
But, should you upgrade right away? What are the improvements that you can expect?
I took the distribution for a test drive to give you some details to help you decide.
Linux Mint 22: What's New?
While you can take a look at the release news for all the information, I give you a summary of the major changes here:
- Sound server switched to Pipewire
- Linux kernel 6.8
- Ubuntu 24.04 base
- Unverified Flatpaks disabled by default
- Pre-installed web app for Matrix
- New layout editor on Cinnamon 6.2
- Other desktop environment upgrades
As usual, Linux Mint does not go with a big visual makeover. So, you will get a familiar experience with refinements on top of it.