Hey everyone! I'm new to Linux Mint and when I go to install an application, I see options for both a system package and Flatpak. I'm curious about the differences between the two. Which one is generally safer? And which tends to be faster when executing apps? Any insights would be appreciated!
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System packages are often better, but Flatpak can be useful in specific cases. For instance, apps like Discord work better with Flatpak because it handles updates more seamlessly. If you’re just looking for stability with your distro though, stick to APT for the system packages.
I would recommend going with the system package. The reason is that these packages are tested and verified by the developers specifically for your distribution. On the other hand, Flatpak installs include everything, which may add unnecessary extras you don’t even need (like support for multiple languages), taking up more space.
Yeah, exactly! It really just depends on the app you’re looking to install. For stable applications, system packages are your best bet.