Hey everyone! I know that Linux Mint is based on Debian, but I'm curious about the differences I might experience if I were to install the i3 window manager on each. Would I notice any difference between using i3 on Linux Mint versus just plain Debian? Also, any suggestions on which might be better for a new user? Thanks for all the replies in advance!
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Mint is actually based on Ubuntu, which in turn is derived from Debian. So, when you install i3 on Mint, you're working through those extra layers. Generally, you won’t see a huge difference, though Mint is designed to be user-friendly, so it might be less hassle to set up than Debian, which can be a bit more hands-on.
Gotcha! So it sounds like Mint is a smoother ride for new users.