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Off-Topic Discussion => General Discussion => Topic started by: jr2 on October 24, 2013, 06:37:54 pm

Title: Avoiding AOSP thread derail: Linux Mint Debian Edition (and some LiveCDs)
Post by: jr2 on October 24, 2013, 06:37:54 pm
Rather than derailing the AOSP thread, I put this here:

Oh, Nuke, how about trying Linux Mint Debian Edition (http://www.linuxmint.com/download_lmde.php) for your desktop / laptops?  (To choose which desktop environment to get: MATE vs. Cinnamon (http://forums.linuxmint.com/viewtopic.php?f=60&t=135464))

Hey, you can always use it for a LiveCD if you don't like it.  (Speaking of which, try Falcon Four's UBCD (http://falconfour.com/projects/7) for troubleshooting, it's brilliant (based on Hiren's BCD (http://www.hiren.info/pages/bootcd)).

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LMDE in brief

  • Linux Mint Debian Edition (LMDE) is a semi-rolling distribution based on Debian Testing.
  • It’s available in both 32 and 64-bit as a live DVD with MATE or Cinnamon.
  • The purpose of LMDE is to look identical to the main edition and to provide the same functionality while using Debian as a base.

FAQ

1. Is LMDE compatible with Ubuntu-based Linux Mint editions?

No, it is not. LMDE is compatible with Debian, which isn’t compatible with Ubuntu.

2. Is LMDE fully compatible with Debian?

Yes, 100%. LMDE is compatible with repositories designed for Debian Testing.

3. What is a semi-rolling distribution?

Updates are constantly fed to Debian Testing, where users experience frequent regressions but also frequent bug fixes and improvements. LMDE receives "Update Packs" which are tested snapshots of Debian Testing. Users can experience a more stable system thanks to update packs, or switch their sources to follow Testing, or even Unstable, directly to get more frequent updates.

4. How does LMDE compare to the Ubuntu-based editions?

Pros:

  • You don’t need to ever re-install the system. New versions of software and updates are continuously brought to you.
  • It’s faster and more responsive than Ubuntu-based editions.

Cons:

  • LMDE requires a deeper knowledge and experience with Linux, dpkg and APT.
  • Debian is a less user-friendly/desktop-ready base than Ubuntu. Expect some rough edges.
  • No EFI, GPT or secureBoot support.

Anyone try LMDE?  I've got Mint 13, the regular edition, I might try switching.
Title: Re: Avoiding AOSP thread derail: Linux Mint Debian Edition (and some LiveCDs)
Post by: Nuke on October 24, 2013, 06:59:46 pm
il just go with pure debian if i ever switch to linux. ive had a good experience with the raspberry pi version (raspbian, or wheezy as its called) and unlike ubuntu i see it as something i would actually want to use.