Why I’m Still Using Linux Mint in 2026 (12 Year Review)

Is Linux Mint still the king of desktop Linux in 2026? After 12 years of using Linux full-time, I explain why I haven't switched from Mint and why the new 22.3 "Zena" release is the perfect daily driver for Windows refugees.

With Windows 10 support gone and Windows 11 pushing more AI bloat, the choice for privacy and speed has never been clearer. In this video, we dive deep into the Cinnamon 6.6 desktop, the massive software ecosystem, and why Mint feels faster on older hardware than Windows ever could.

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In this video, I cover:
0:00 Intro: 12 Years on Linux Mint
1:15 Cinnamon 6.6 vs. Windows 11 Desktop
3:45 Software Manager: 60,000+ Apps (No Bloat)
6:20 Performance Test: Speed on Older Hardware
8:50 The "It Just Works" Factor (Updates & Stability)
10:30 Why I'm Never Going Back to Windows
11:45 Conclusion: Should You Switch in 2026?

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Download Linux Mint 22.3: [https://linuxmint.com/]

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About This Video:
If you are tired of forced updates, telemetry, and heavy system requirements, this review explores why Linux Mint remains the gold standard for stability and user control. Whether you are a developer, a creative, or just want a PC that works, see why "Zena" might be your forever OS.

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