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Why open source rocks – a new SM750 (Silicon Motion GPU) HDMI Driver (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-08-30 | get Cable Matters high speed HDMI cable → | tags: sm750, silicon motion, hdmi driver

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Linux Mint vs. RefreshOS: I compared the two best distros for new users - this one's better (zdnet.com)

2026-07-07 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux Mint 20 Cinnamon → | tags: desktop, linux, linux mint

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How to make Linux look like MacOS for free - with a few simple ZorinOS tweaks (zdnet.com)

2026-06-29 | by Jack Wallen | get Zorin OS MacOS Theme Pack → | tags: zorin os, macos, liquid glass

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Linux Mint vs RefreshOS: I found the best distro for new users (zdnet.com)

2026-06-27 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux Mint User Guide → | tags: linux mint, refreshos, open-source

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8 ways I optimize Zorin OS for peak performance - from a decades-long Linux user (zdnet.com)

2026-06-03 | by Jack Wallen | get Zorin OS Performance Tuning Kit → | tags: zorin os, gnome, linux mint

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8 Zorin OS settings I change on every new install - and why you should, too (zdnet.com)

2026-05-28 | by Jack Wallen | get Zorin OS Customization Guide → | tags: zorin os, gnome, linux mint

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My favorite Zorin OS settings and why you'll love them too (zdnet.com)

2026-05-28 | by Jack Wallen | get Zorin OS Customization Kit → | tags: zorin os, gnome, linux mint

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Linux Mint vs. Elementary OS: I compared both distros, and here's my advice (zdnet.com)

2026-05-12 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux Mint Cinnamon Desktop → | tags: linux mint, elementary os, open-source

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Ubuntu's AI Plans Have Linux Users Looking For a 'Kill Switch' (slashdot.org)

2026-04-29 | get Linux AI Security Kit → | tags: ubuntu, canonical, ai features

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Is Linux Mint In Trouble? (slashdot.org)

2026-04-16 | get Linux Mint USB Installer → | tags: linux mint, cinnamon 6.7, ubuntu 26.04

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Why Zorin OS 18.1 is simply the best Linux distro - for anyone (zdnet.com)

2026-04-15 | by Jack Wallen | get Zorin OS 18.1 Laptop Bundle → | tags: zorin os, linux distro, zorin os 18.1

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Ageless Linux – Software for humans of indeterminate age (news.ycombinator.com)

2026-03-14 | get Linux Mint Cinnamon → | tags: ageless linux, debian, ubuntu

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Why PCLinuxOS gets my vouch if you miss the simplicity of Windows 7 (zdnet.com)

2026-03-13 | by Jack Wallen | get PCLinuxOS Linux Distro → | tags: pclinuxos, linux mint, elementaryos

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The once beloved PCLinuxOS is back - and it's still a great Windows escape (zdnet.com)

2026-02-25 | by Jack Wallen | get Windows Explorer → | tags: pclinuxos, windows, linux mint

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One of my old favorite Linux distros is back - and it's still a great Windows escape (zdnet.com)

2026-02-25 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux → | tags: pclinuxos, windows, linux mint

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Why my favorite Linux distro is slowing down - and I'm thrilled about it (zdnet.com)

2026-02-13 | by Steven Vaughan-Nichols | get Linux → | tags: desktop, lefebvre, linux

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Linux Mint team considers longer gaps between releases in attempt to accelerate development efforts — current six-month cycle means ‘we spend more time testing, fixing, and releasing than developing’ (tomshardware.com)

2026-02-12 | by Mark Tyson | get Linux → | tags: blog, cycle, development

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Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I've tried both Windows alternatives, and here's my winner (zdnet.com)

2026-02-05 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux Mint → | tags: desktop, linux, linux mint

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I tried the new Linux Mint 22.3 - it's a masterclass in polish and quality-of-life fixes (zdnet.com)

2026-01-12 | by Steven Vaughan-Nichols | get Linux Mint OS → | tags: cinnamon, desktop, kernel

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Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I've tested both Windows alternatives, and here's my choice (zdnet.com)

2025-12-04 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux → | tags: desktop, linux, linux mint

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Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I compared the two Windows alternatives, and here's my advice (zdnet.com)

2025-11-20 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux → | tags: desktop, linux, linux mint

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Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: How to pick between these Windows alternatives (zdnet.com)

2025-11-17 | by Jack Wallen | get Linux Mint → | tags: desktop, linux, linux mint

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How to switch your Windows 10 PC to Linux Mint - for free (zdnet.com)

2025-10-31 | by Steven Vaughan-Nichols | get Chromebook → | tags: files, linux, mint

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How to easily switch your PC from Windows to Linux Mint - for free (zdnet.com)

2025-10-31 | by Steven Vaughan-Nichols | get Chromebook → | tags: boot, linux, mint

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Linux Mint 22.2 'Zara' makes my favorite distro even better - what's new (zdnet.com)

2025-10-31 | by Steven Vaughan-Nichols | get iPhone → | tags: 22, desktop, kernel

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My favorite Linux distro just got even better with Linux Mint 22.2 'Zara' - what's new (zdnet.com)

2025-10-31 | by Steven Vaughan-Nichols | get iPhone → | tags: 22, desktop, kernel

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Linux Mint 22.2 delivers fresh features and polish for everyday Linux users - and longtime fans (zdnet.com)

2025-10-31 | by Steven Vaughan-Nichols | get iPhone → | tags: 22, desktop, kernel

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5 Linux distros I recommend to help businesses cut costs and boost security (zdnet.com)

2025-10-31 | by Jack Wallen | get Microsoft Surface Laptop → | tags: _os, debian, linux

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5 Linux distros for businesses looking to save money and protect their assets (zdnet.com)

2025-10-31 | by Jack Wallen | get Microsoft Surface Laptop → | tags: _os, debian, linux