Linux Mint 22.3, named "Zena," has been released as a Long-Term Support (LTS) version, ensuring stability and support until 2029. This update introduces numerous enhancements, particularly in troubleshooting tools, making it easier for users to diagnose and resolve issues independently. The upgraded System Information tool now provides more comprehensive details about system configurations, including four additional sections for in-depth analysis.
The introduction of a new System Administration applet allows users to perform essential management tasks with admin rights, featuring a "Boot menu" page that aids those managing boot experiences or dual-booting with Windows. The developers have also replaced the outdated Adwaita symbolic icons with a new set called XApp Symbolic Icons (XSI), ensuring a consistent visual experience across applications.
Cinnamon 6.6 has also seen major improvements, including enhanced keyboard layout support, proper handling of IBus input methods, and a redesigned on-screen keyboard. The application menus have been overhauled, offering a more organized sidebar format that allows for easier customization.
Nemo 6.6 introduces several user-friendly features, such as a template manager, pause/resume capability for file operations, improved search functionalities, and updated notification badges. The core window manager, muffin, has received optimizations for better compatibility with Wayland displays, including the visibility of hot corners in fullscreen mode and enhanced fractional scaling options.
Other notable updates include Timeshift's new pause/resume feature during snapshots, Warpinator's support for IPv6, improvements to Captain's package management, and a simplified backup process with MintBackup's new "Include All" button. Overall, these enhancements aim to improve usability for everyday users, contributing to a smoother and more reliable experience with Linux Mint over time.
For specific details and download information, users can refer to the official release announcement
The introduction of a new System Administration applet allows users to perform essential management tasks with admin rights, featuring a "Boot menu" page that aids those managing boot experiences or dual-booting with Windows. The developers have also replaced the outdated Adwaita symbolic icons with a new set called XApp Symbolic Icons (XSI), ensuring a consistent visual experience across applications.
Cinnamon 6.6 has also seen major improvements, including enhanced keyboard layout support, proper handling of IBus input methods, and a redesigned on-screen keyboard. The application menus have been overhauled, offering a more organized sidebar format that allows for easier customization.
Nemo 6.6 introduces several user-friendly features, such as a template manager, pause/resume capability for file operations, improved search functionalities, and updated notification badges. The core window manager, muffin, has received optimizations for better compatibility with Wayland displays, including the visibility of hot corners in fullscreen mode and enhanced fractional scaling options.
Other notable updates include Timeshift's new pause/resume feature during snapshots, Warpinator's support for IPv6, improvements to Captain's package management, and a simplified backup process with MintBackup's new "Include All" button. Overall, these enhancements aim to improve usability for everyday users, contributing to a smoother and more reliable experience with Linux Mint over time.
For specific details and download information, users can refer to the official release announcement
Linux Mint 22.3 released
Linux Mint 22.3 has been released as a Long-Term Support (LTS) version, offering stability and support until 2029. This new version includes several improvements to troubleshooting tools, including the upgraded System Information tool, which provides more detailed information about system configuration. Cinnamon 6.6 also receives significant updates, such as better keyboard layout support, improved on-screen keyboards, and revamped application menus. Additionally, various other components like Nemo, Timeshift, Warpinator, Captain, and MintBackup have received important improvements to enhance usability for regular users.
