Linux Mint guides
Guides that use Linux Mint, the Linux I'd suggest to most people coming from Windows.
Windows 10 & 11
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What do I do with Windows 10 after October 2027?
Upgrade to Windows 11 if the PC qualifies. If not, switch to Linux Mint or ChromeOS Flex, or replace it.
Decision guide · Published
Buy used
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What's the best old ThinkPad to buy?
For most people, the T480: it runs Windows 11, takes 32 GB of memory, and has a swappable battery.
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Is the ThinkPad T480 still good in 2026?
Yes. It runs Windows 11 officially, takes 32 GB of memory and an NVMe SSD, and needs one firmware fix.
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Is the ThinkPad T440 still worth using?
For web, email, documents, and Linux, yes, with an SSD. It can't run Windows 11 officially.
Model guide · Published
Linux & alternatives
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What's the best Linux for an old laptop?
Linux Mint for most people. The Xfce edition or Lubuntu for 4 GB or older processors.
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What's the best Linux for an old ThinkPad?
Linux Mint for most models: Xfce on 4 GB or older ones, Cinnamon on 8 GB. Ubuntu or Fedora on a T480 or newer.
Decision guide · Published
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