How to Install Linux MINT on PC or Laptop (Complete Install)
Installing Linux Mint on your PC or laptop involves preparing a bootable USB, configuring your BIOS/UEFI, and following an easy graphical installation process to replace or dual-boot your current operating system Step 1 — System Requirements and Preparation Minimum requirements: 1 GHz processor, 1 GB RAM (2 GB recommended), 15 GB disk space, graphics card capable of 1024×768 resolution Recommended requirements: 2+ GHz processor, 4 GB RAM, 20 GB or more storage for optimal performance. Backup important data: Ensure all critical files from your current OS are backed up to avoid accidental data loss Step 2 — Download Linux Mint ISO Visit the official Linux Mint website and choose your preferred edition (Cinnamon, MATE, or Xfce). Download the latest stable ISO file, which includes security updates Step 3 — Create a Bootable USB Drive Use a tool like Rufus (Windows) or Etcher (Windows/Linux/Mac) to make a bootable USB drive Insert a USB drive (minimum 4 GB). Open Rufus and select the USB drive. Choose the Linux Mint ISO file. Click Start (or Flash) and wait for the process to complete Step 4 — Boot from the USB Drive Insert the bootable USB into your computer. Restart and access the BIOS/UEFI setup (usually pressing F2, F12, Esc, or Del upon boot) to set the USB drive as the primary boot device Save changes and reboot. Linux Mint live environment will load. Step 5 — Start the Installation In the live environment, click “Install Linux Mint” on the desktop. Choose your language and keyboard layout. Decide on installation type: Erase disk and install Linux Mint: Replaces your existing OS. Install alongside existing OS: Sets up dual-boot. Something else: Custom partitioning for advanced users Step 6 — Configure Disk Partitions (Optional) If using custom partitions, create partitions for: / (root) — main system files (15–20 GB recommended) swap — matching your RAM size (optional if RAM is 8 GB+) /home — user data (optional, recommended for easier data management) Step 7 — User Setup Enter your name, username, and password. Choose whether to log in automatically or require a password. Step 8 — Complete Installation Click Install Now and confirm the disk changes. Wait for the installation to finish; this may take 10–30 minutes depending on your hardware Once installation is complete, remove the USB drive and restart the computer. Linux Mint should boot up. ... Twitter: https://twitter.com/YourSixStudios?la... Twitch: / yoursixstudios Discord: / discord Instagram: / yoursixstudios - ((( Subscribe to my LIVE STREAMING ))) ((( Gaming Channel "YourSixGaming" ))) / @yoursixgaming ... ((( Subscribe to my ADVENTURE CHANNEL ))) ((( Travel, Cameras & More "YourSixAdventures))) / @yoursixadventures
