I've got an older computer that's really been revived by using Linux Mint XFCE. When I get prompted to update, is it similar to Windows updates where they can slow down the PC and degrade its performance over time?
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Just remember, updates do use some of your network bandwidth and might run some resource-heavy processes briefly, especially during kernel updates. However, it typically wraps up within a few minutes, so it’s usually not a big deal!
It really depends on what you have installed and running. Personally, my laptop has been running smoothly just like it did 10 years ago. I transitioned from a 32-bit Ubuntu to a new 64-bit installation back in 2018, and I haven't noticed any performance issues. It seems to hold up pretty well!
In most cases, no! Linux updates usually take less than 5 minutes, and they generally don’t slow down your system like on Windows.
Upgrades for XFCE are pretty slow these days. Most of the updates on my Linux Mint installations are for the apps and software I've got running. When it comes to flatpaks, it’s mostly about enabling the software needed for those apps. So, I wouldn't worry too much about performance hits from updates!
Not really! Updates on Linux don't degrade the system like they can on Windows. Sure, hardware aging is a factor, but with Linux, I doubt you’ll see the same slowdown. Just keep your system and applications updated, and you should be fine!
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