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Fedora vs Linux Mint: What are the differences?

Introduction:

In this article, we will discuss the key differences between Fedora and Linux Mint.

  1. Package Management: One of the significant differences between Fedora and Linux Mint lies in their package management systems. Fedora uses the DNF package manager, which is a successor to YUM. On the other hand, Linux Mint uses APT (Advanced Package Tool), which is the package management system in Debian-based distributions. While both package managers are powerful and efficient, there are some variations in commands and package availability.

  2. Desktop Environment: Fedora primarily uses the GNOME desktop environment, known for its clean and modern interface. In contrast, Linux Mint provides various desktop environment options, including Cinnamon, MATE, and Xfce. This gives Linux Mint users the freedom to choose a desktop environment based on their preferences and system requirements.

  3. Release Cycle: Another distinction between Fedora and Linux Mint is their release cycle. Fedora follows a short release cycle, which means that new versions are released approximately every six months. This ensures that users have access to the latest features and software updates. On the other hand, Linux Mint follows a more conservative approach with a long-term support (LTS) release based on Ubuntu. This allows for a more stable and reliable operating system but may delay the availability of newer features.

  4. Customizability: Linux Mint is often recognized for its high level of customizability. The Cinnamon desktop environment, in particular, offers extensive customization options, allowing users to personalize their desktop experience. Fedora, while still customizable, may not provide the same level of flexibility in terms of options and settings as Linux Mint.

  5. User Base: Fedora is more commonly used by advanced and power users, as it offers cutting-edge technologies and a more hands-on approach to system configuration. Linux Mint, on the other hand, tends to attract a wider user base, including both beginners and experienced users. It is known for its user-friendly interface and ease of use, making it a popular choice for those transitioning from Windows.

  6. Software Repository: The software repositories in Fedora and Linux Mint differ in terms of available packages and their update frequency. Fedora's repositories focus more on providing up-to-date software packages, including bleeding-edge versions of various applications. Linux Mint prioritizes stability and reliability, so its software repositories might have slightly older versions of software, ensuring a more stable and thoroughly tested environment.

In summary, Fedora and Linux Mint differ in terms of package management, desktop environment choices, release cycle, customizability, user base, and software repository focus. These differences make each distribution suitable for different types of users and use cases.

Decisions about Fedora and Linux Mint

I liked manjaro a lot, the huge support it has and the variety of tools it provides is just awesome. But due to its parent platform being Arch Linux it has bleeding-edge technology and that meaning, we get updated 'daily', and if we keep updating the system daily, due to the bugs in the recent updates the system sometimes used to crash, this made the OS really unstable. However, one can avoid such crashes using periodical and careful system/package updates. I now use LinuxMint which is based on Ubuntu, and this OS is completely stable with reliable(mostly tested) updates. And, since this OS is backed up by UBUNTU the concerns/questions one can encounter while using the OS can be easily rectified using the UBUNTU community, which is pretty good. Though this is backed up on UBUNTU it most certainly does NOT include the proprietary stuff of UBUNTU, which is on the bright side of the OS. That's it! Happy Computing.

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Pros of Fedora
Pros of Linux Mint
  • 23
    Great for developers
  • 10
    Represents the future of rhel/centos
  • 10
    Great integration with system tools
  • 10
    Good release schedule
  • 8
    Reliable
  • 6
    Fast
  • 5
    Has SeLinux
  • 5
    Docker integration
  • 4
    Awesome community
  • 4
    Updated with Bleeding-edge software
  • 4
    Latest packages
  • 3
    Great for ops teams
  • 2
    Python distribution
  • 2
    Complies with International Standard
  • 15
    Simple, Fast, Comfort and Easy to Use
  • 14
    Stable
  • 12
    Elegant
  • 11
    Good for beginners
  • 10
    Free to use
  • 3
    Out of the box
  • 3
    Reliable
  • 1
    Good software support

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Cons of Fedora
Cons of Linux Mint
  • 3
    Bugs get fixed slowly from kernel side
  • 2
    Much less support from Wiki
  • 2
    Systemd
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    Boring
  • 1
    Less packages in official repository
  • 1
    A bit complicated
  • 1
    Learning curve for new users
  • 0
    Slightly difficult to install for beginners
  • 3
    Easy to mess up with a few settings (like the panel)
  • 2
    Security breaches
  • 1
    Idiots can break it because it is open source

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What are some alternatives to Fedora and Linux Mint?
CentOS
The CentOS Project is a community-driven free software effort focused on delivering a robust open source ecosystem. For users, we offer a consistent manageable platform that suits a wide variety of deployments. For open source communities, we offer a solid, predictable base to build upon, along with extensive resources to build, test, release, and maintain their code.
Debian
Debian systems currently use the Linux kernel or the FreeBSD kernel. Linux is a piece of software started by Linus Torvalds and supported by thousands of programmers worldwide. FreeBSD is an operating system including a kernel and other software.
openSUSE
The openSUSE project is a worldwide effort that promotes the use of Linux everywhere. openSUSE creates one of the world's best Linux distributions, working together in an open, transparent and friendly manner as part of the worldwide Free and Open Source Software community.
Ubuntu
Ubuntu is an ancient African word meaning ‘humanity to others’. It also means ‘I am what I am because of who we all are’. The Ubuntu operating system brings the spirit of Ubuntu to the world of computers.
Manjaro
It is an accessible, friendly, open-source Linux distribution and community. Based on Arch Linux, it provides all the benefits of cutting-edge software combined with a focus on getting started quickly, automated tools to require less manual intervention, and help readily available when needed.
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