The biggest challenge for Windows XP users switching to Linux Mint is having to change the programs you've known and used for years. Fortunately, some programs are available on both Linux and Windows.

ZDNET's key takeaways Both Linux Mint and Zorin OS are great operating systems.You'll find ease of use and a wide range of supported hardware.Find out which of these is best suited for your needs.

The developers behind the Ubuntu-based Linux Mint distribution have announced the immediate availability of Mint 14 (Nadia). The new release brings a number of incremental under-the-hood improvements ...

Using Linux reminded me how Windows quietly excels at drivers, settings, apps, and gaming without demanding constant ...

If you can't upgrade to Windows 11, or don't like what you've seen of it, install Linux Mint instead. Here's how to make the switch to an open-source operating system and install apps. Our team tests, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover the exciting intersection of Linux and handheld gaming. Mawson compared Windows 10 version 1903 and Linux Mint 19.1 ...

On April 8, 2014, Windows XP's come to the end of its support life-cycle. After that, it appears 37 percent of you are planning on continuing with XP without support. That's foolhardy. I get it though ...

Each system has its advantages and disadvantages. All three are available in a free version, although paid versions are also available for Wubuntu and Zorin-OS. Wubuntu’s start menu is very ...

That looks quite an awesome attempt in truth (very natural Win7 look), and maybe a great option for those older relatives that don't want to use Windows 10 but still need an 'easier' entry into Linux ...