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Beginner's Guide to System Updates in Linux Mint

Posted by Rianne Schestowitz on May 16, 2023

Keeping your system updated is essential for any operating system. Linux Mint is no different.

Linux Mint has a robust update system. It provides timely security patches for the kernel and other software packages. That's not it. You also get updates on the applications you installed using the Software Manager tool.

Basically, apart from security patches, your system receives new features, bug fixes, improved hardware support, performance enhancement, and a lot more.

While the Updater tool is straightforward, it may still seem overwhelming if you are new to Linux Mint.

This is why we at It's FOSS came up with this beginner's guide idea. It will give you some ideas about using this tool and the best practices you should follow.

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