Should You Switch to Linux in 2026? (Install Linux Mint 22.2 Guide)

Want to try Linux but worried about work and gaming? In this video, I’ll show you how to install Linux Mint 22.2 step by step — and then test it out for everyday use and gaming.

We’ll cover:
– Installing Linux Mint 22.2 (USB → desktop)
– File browser, settings, and software manager basics
– Installing apps like Spotify, browsers, and office tools
– Gaming on Linux Mint with Steam & Proton
– Caveats: Adobe apps, anti-cheat games, hardware quirks

Linux Mint 22.2 is one of the most beginner-friendly distros in 2025. Whether you just want to try Linux or see if it can replace Windows for gaming, this guide will get you started.

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Дата на публикация: 7 февруари, 2026
Категория: Наука и технология
Ключови думи: to In You Install should Switch Linux Mint guide 2026 22.2