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How did Ubuntu end up so popular?
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| If you’re too lazy to install the proprietary codecs yourself, though, you
| can use a Ubuntu variant like Linux Mint, which includes them by default.
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http://ubuntucat.wordpress.com/2008/05/15/how-did-ubuntu-end-up-so-popular/
Even a senior at BMC loves it!
Twenty Four Hours with Mint 5.0 Beta
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| This is a Beta? Wow....
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| These days the Distro I am always watching and waiting for a new release of,
| more than any other, is Mint. I have expressed that preference here quite a
| bit since I discovered Mint back in its 3.x release days. Mint 5.0 Beta is
| out now, and I am not really sure why it is considered Beta. All I have had
| with it so far is about 24 hours, but it is solid.
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http://talk.bmc.com/blogs/blog-carl/steve-carl/24-hrs-mint-beta-5
Days ago:
Linux Mint 5.0 is coming May 12, 2008
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| My own view of Linux Mint is that I think it’s growing into a more mature
| distribution in its own right (not just as an Ubuntu derivative), but because
| of my limited downloads for my internet connection, I’m afraid that I would
| have to download a lot to make it multimedia friendly (ie. I haven’t tried it
| recently). Usually a PCLinux kind of distro works for me because it works
| pretty much out of the box (no need for downloading) and no need for internet
| connections (ie. it’s easy to pass to other prospective linux users).
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http://alternativenayk.wordpress.com/2008/05/12/linux-mint-50-is-coming/
First Beta Release of Linux Mint 5.0 Is Here - Codename Elyssa
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| The first Beta Release of Linux Mint 5.0, codename Elyssa, was launched. The
| distro is based on Daryna and is compatible with Ubuntu 8.04 and its
| repositories.
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http://news.softpedia.com/news/First-Beta-Release-of-Linux-Mint-5-0-Is-Here-85371.shtml
Recent:
Mini-Review: Linux Mint 4.0 'Daryna'
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| Linux Mint is a nice distribution. It is certainly not revolutionary, and it
| would be hard to find any specific advantages Mint has over 'plain' Ubuntu
| (apart from its looks), but overall, it does feel as a very coherent package,
| with considerable thought put into all aspects of the system. Especially in
| the looks department, Mint kicks Ubuntu's butt. To me, using Mint just means
| I have to do a lot less work after an Ubuntu installation. The looks fit my
| desires much better than Ubuntu's, it offers easier access to some important
| configuration options normally reserved for gconf-editor, and offers some
| nice touches like the web-based Software Portal, pre-installed multimedia
| codecs, and Flash.
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| There are multiple versions of Mint - KDE, Xfce, and GNOME - so there should
| be something in there to everyone's liking (there are 'light' versions too,
| which lack any patent-encumbered packages). Mint carries all the advantages
| of Ubuntu, and adds its own distinctive ideas to the mix. Whether those ideas
| are interesting enough to choose Mint over Ubuntu will be entirely up to you.
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http://osnews.com/story/19585/Mini-Review-Linux-Mint-4.0-Daryna
Linux Mint - The Distro to Fill the Missing Gap
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| Another thing that surprised me is the Ndiswrapper driver installation tool
| which they called it “Windows Wireless Drivers”. I used a D-Link DWL-G132
| Wireless USB Adapter to test it. I downloaded the Windows driver and found
| the .inf file. I used the Ndiswrapper driver installation tool to install
| the .inf file. Right away, Linux Mint detected my wireless USB adapter and I
| am able to connect to my wireless network.
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http://www.lebokov21.com/2008/03/27/linux-mint-the-distro-to-fill-the-missing-gap/
Ubuntu Hardy Heron 8.04 Release Notes Rewritten in Plain English
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| If you thought you needed help in the past to get Ubuntu on your computer
| that has Microsoft Windows on it right now, you’ll be happy to hear that we
| have integrated a new installer that works right in Windows. Just put in the
| CD and you will automatically see the Ubuntu Setup menu, just type in your
| desired username and password and press “Install” - it’s that easy to get
| started.
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http://www.fsckin.com/2008/03/28/ubuntu-hardy-heron-804-release-notes-rewritten-in-plain-english/
Linux Mint 4.0 Daryna KDE Community Edition
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| You see I've always looked upon Mint with confusion; as a derivative of
| Ubuntu I never quite understood why it existed. Sure there was a time where
| preloading codecs and software was a desirable thing but now days everyone
| has tackled that problem in different ways - thus making "out of the box"
| releases like Mint a little redundant. There are some really interesting
| things about Mint that deviate from that stereotype massively.
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http://www.distro-review.com/review-linux-mint-4-0-daryna-kde-community-edition
Release Notes for Linux Mint 4.0 Daryna KDE Community Edition, by Jamie Boo
Birse
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| Daryna KDE is nearly as minty as the main edition now. The packages are
| (safely) upto date and the kernel is the Gutsy Gibbon kernel 2.6.22-14.
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http://linuxmint.com/rel_daryna_kde.php
ReviewLinux.Com: First Look Linux Mint 4.0 KDE
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| Thought I would take a quick look at the latest release of Linux Mint. Linux
| Mint 4.0 KDE is just under 1.0 gig and now has to be placed on a DVD. The
| install process was easy and smooth. The LiveDVD works fine also but I
| decided to install it to my hard drive and take a few screenshots for your
| enjoyment.
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http://www.reviewlinux.com/?m=show&id=9685
Linux Review 5- Linux Mint 4 "Daryna"
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| So, lets look at the pro's-
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| * GNOME looks more familiar to Windows users.
| * Very Nice UI
| * Easy to use
| * Fast
| * Uses Ubuntu Repositories
| * Comes with Flash and Java
| * and it is easy to change and customize
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| There are just a few cons-
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| * LiveCD Boot is extremely slow, slower than Ubuntu
| * Some confusing options
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http://linux-exploration.blogspot.com/2008/03/linux-review-5-linux-mint-4-daryna.html
First look at Linux Mint 4.0 (by Susan Linton)
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| At present they are producing a fantastic and original desktop with handy
| tools and highly desired functionality. This is truly their best release yet.
| It feels like they've reached the summit.
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http://distrowatch.com/weekly.php?issue=20071126#review
Introducing Linux Mint 4.0 ‘Daryna’
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| You’ve probably heard of Linux Mint from some blog or RSS feed but never
| looked into it thinking it’s just another distribution which can never
| outtake Ubuntu, the distribution you’re currently using. In this case, you’re
| in for a big surprise mister! Linux Mint IS Ubuntu but it also provides some
| extra goodies and a brilliant, gorgeous and sexy interface. So basically, you
| should think about Linux Mint as Ubuntu with a twist. And not just any other
| twist, a BIG twist, one that will make you erase any distribution you have
| and install Linux Mint instead because it simply ROCKS!
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http://www.linuxlove.org/2007/11/19/introducing-linux-mint-40-daryna/
Linux Mint 4.0 Screenshots
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| A few days ago, Linux Mint 4.0 (codename Daryna) has been released. Version
| 4.0 of Linux Mint is based on Celena and compatible with Ubuntu 7.10 (Gutsy
| Gibbon) and its repositories. This release features include mintDesktop,
| mintAssistant, mintInstall, mintUpdate and so on. The following are some
| screenshots of Linux Mint 4.0.
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http://phorolinux.com/linux-mint-40-screenshots.html
A Date with Daryna
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| I can honestly say that Daryna is yet another successful distribution release
| of Mint. It is highly recommended for those who want a hassle-free Linux
| distribution because of its exceptional hardware and software support,
| ease-of-use, and ever growing online community that can provide some
| technical assistance. I can also recommend Mint 4.0 to newbies as it can be
| painlessly configured without even touching a CLI. As a final point, Daryna
| undoubtedly maintained or even improved Mint’s natural elegance.
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http://junauza.blogspot.com/2007/11/date-with-daryna.html
ReviewLinux.com: Linux Mint 4.0 - An Elegant Linux
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| Linux Mint 4.0 Beta was released yesterday October 26 2007 and I thought I
| would have a quick look at it. Linux Mint is not packed full of software but
| it does have a great look and well worth looking at. Check out the images as
| well as the Flash Video of Linux Mint 4.0 Beta in action.
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http://www.reviewlinux.com/?m=show&id=7962
Linux Mint 4.0 "Daryna" - English
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| Clement Lefebvre is a very important Linux distribution developer and his
| enthusiasm showed in his job, resulting in the wonderful Linux distro called
| Linux Mint that been rised to 4.0 version in last week.
| I have been download that distro version and i'm going to write a short
| review on them.
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http://it.linux.wikia.com/wiki/En-d
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