The Linux Mint Debian Edition 7 (LMDE 7), codenamed "Gigi," has been released in Beta form, providing users with an alternative version of Linux Mint that is built upon the Debian GNU/Linux 13 (Trixie) package base, rather than the traditional Ubuntu foundation. This strategic shift allows LMDE to deliver a similar level of functionality and user experience as standard Linux Mint releases while benefiting from the stability and updates provided by Debian.
The developers have incorporated several enhancements from Linux Mint 22.2 into LMDE 7 Beta, ensuring a familiar interface for users. A significant feature of this release is the support for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) installations, which allows for easier deployment on new hardware systems. This integration of Linux Mint features into the Debian-based variant offers users both cutting-edge improvements and the advantages of a robust package management system.
For those interested in experiencing LMDE 7 Beta, it is available for download from various mirror sites around the globe, including locations in Germany, Ireland, Italy, France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan.
As the development of LMDE progresses, users can look forward to more updates and features that align with both Debian and the Linux Mint ethos, potentially making it an attractive option for those seeking a stable, user-friendly Linux experience that diverges from the Ubuntu-based path. The LMDE project may also serve as a testing ground for new ideas and functionalities that could eventually benefit the broader Linux Mint community
The developers have incorporated several enhancements from Linux Mint 22.2 into LMDE 7 Beta, ensuring a familiar interface for users. A significant feature of this release is the support for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) installations, which allows for easier deployment on new hardware systems. This integration of Linux Mint features into the Debian-based variant offers users both cutting-edge improvements and the advantages of a robust package management system.
For those interested in experiencing LMDE 7 Beta, it is available for download from various mirror sites around the globe, including locations in Germany, Ireland, Italy, France, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and Japan.
As the development of LMDE progresses, users can look forward to more updates and features that align with both Debian and the Linux Mint ethos, potentially making it an attractive option for those seeking a stable, user-friendly Linux experience that diverges from the Ubuntu-based path. The LMDE project may also serve as a testing ground for new ideas and functionalities that could eventually benefit the broader Linux Mint community
Linux Mint Debian Edition 7 (LMDE) Beta released
LMDE 7 (Gigi) Beta is now available for download, offering a variant of Linux Mint that utilizes the Debian GNU/Linux 13 (Trixie) package base instead of Ubuntu.
Linux Mint Debian Edition 7 (LMDE) Beta released @ Linux Compatible
