Linux Mint Debian (201009) released!

LMDE in brief
  • Linux Mint Debian Edition (LMDE) is a rolling distribution based on Debian Testing.
  • At the moment, it comes as a 32-bit live DVD with a Gnome desktop.
  • The purpose of LMDE is to look identical to the main edition and to provide the same functionality while using Debian as a base.

FAQ
1. Is LMDE compatible with Ubuntu-based Linux Mint editions?
No, it is not. LMDE is compatible with Debian, which isn’t compatible with Ubuntu.

2. Is LMDE fully compatible with Debian?
Yes, 100%. LMDE is compatible with repositories designed for Debian Testing or Debian Squeeze.

3. What is a rolling distribution?
LMDE constantly receives updates. Its ISO images are updated now and then but users do not require to re-install it on their systems.

4. How does LMDE compare to the Ubuntu-based editions?

Pros:
  • You don’t need to ever re-install the system. New versions of software and updates are continuously brought to you.
  • It’s faster and more responsive than Ubuntu-based editions.

Cons:

  • Although it’s using Romeo for unstable packages, LMDE continuously changes as it receives updates and new software. Compared to a frozen version of Linux Mint which changes very little once it’s publicly released, it’s not as stable. Things are likely to break more often but fixes can also come quicker. For this reason, LMDE requires a deeper knowledge and experience with Linux, dpkg and APT.
  • Debian is a less user-friendly/desktop-ready base than Ubuntu. Expect some rough edges.
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Busy downloading :)

Local Link : ftp://ftp.is.co.za/mirror/linuxmint.com/debian/linuxmint-debian-201009-gnome-dvd-i386.iso
 
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mmmm, this looks good!!!

think about it - a deboned organic leg of lamb - roasted in foil for around 12 hours, with a gorgeous LINUX mint sauce to go... yummy!!!!

i'm busy downloading it now, cant wait.

i donated 14 pentium m laptops to a local school, got rid of xp on all them and installed mint. they run like a dream, open office, gimp, etc all run very well...

we are going to get rid of another 4 celeron lappies - still deciding who, hopefully by the end of Sep, so let me see how the 201009 release runs on them...
 
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Finally Linux Mint without Ubuntu!

About time!
 
Finally Linux Mint without Ubuntu!

About time!
 
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