Choosing the Desktop Environment of Linux Mint

[johndavis007]

Hi Guys,

I am a newbie to the Linux OS. After going through a https://ittwist.com/blog/best-linux-distros, I am planning to install linux mint on my old computer. can anyone here guide me which is the best desktop environment for the older computer?

[vanadium]

Depends how old your computer is. The Xfce Edition, and also the MATE edition, are lighter on system resources than the Cinnamon edition, but equally beautiful and functional with a similar workflow.

[johndavis007]

Thank you. going with Mate Will let you know the experience

[Hoser Rob]

If you can boot from a USB stick your best option is to dl ALL 3 Mint desktop versions and test them yourself. DVD booting is too slow to get a feel for things.

[RollyShed]

The best thing would be to buy 3 USB sticks and burn a version to each and try them.

Personally I'd use Cinnamon (30+ installations) unless your computer is 20 years old.

[johndavis007]

Thank you guys I have installed linux mint MATE edition. Its awesome.