At the close of July, Linux Mint upgraded to version 22. This version, referred to as “Wilma,” is based on Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS and, similar to its follow-up, known as “Xia,” which launched yesterday, it will receive support until 2029. Users still on the 21.x versions don’t need to hurry, as they will continue to get support until April 2027, assuming everything goes according to plan. However, those on Linux Mint 20.x might want to think about updating, since support for these older versions will wrap up after April 2025.
Focus on User Experience
Linux Mint 22.1 “Xia” emphasizes enhancing the user experience, both in functionality and design. Here are the key features of this new release:
The update for Linux Mint 22.1 maintains the same kernel (6.8) and Ubuntu LTS package base as the previous version, and this will apply to all upcoming versions until 2026, providing a smoother upgrade path. Starting in 2026, the Mint team will begin developing a new base. The 22.1 release comes in three flavors: Xfce, Cinnamon, and MATE, all of which are available on the official page.
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