I'm new to Linux and just a couple of months into using Linux Mint after switching from Windows. I've heard that the latest version is out now, and I'd like to know what the safest way to upgrade is. Any tips or guidance would be really appreciated!
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You have two main upgrade options: if you have a separate partition for your /home directory, you can do a clean install using the live CD. It’s a bit more time-consuming since you’ll need to reinstall your programs. Alternatively, you can modify your sources and use Linux Mint's built-in upgrade utility. Just run these two commands in the terminal:
sudo apt install mintupgrade
Then:
sudo mintupgrade
That should help you get to the latest version pretty smoothly!
Great point! For now, I suggest keeping an eye out for any official announcements regarding the release, as that’ll give you a clearer idea of when to upgrade!
The latest version, 22.2, isn't officially released yet; it's still in beta. Typically, when it's available, you'll see a notification when you boot up your PC. If not, try checking the System Reports in the start menu for upgrade prompts. Generally, .X updates are manageable and shouldn’t cause issues, but keep an eye out in case something odd happens!
Just to clarify, the mintupgrade command is more suited for major version jumps. For the 22.2 upgrade, you might just need to wait as it's starting to roll out to users right now!