Chromium was going to be the Google answer to the world and perhaps it still will be if more of android appears in it.
But for me the last 15 years or so have been mint, mint, or mint. Ok I cheat mint mate, mint xfrc but now lmde for ,90 % of the users they don’t see a difference between each version of mint or when there is an upgrade from 14 to 15 to 22 or to lmde. Just cosmetic changes.
Mint wins because it looks like windows 7 did almost so they feel comfortable.
And the reverse…the only Win I feel comfortable with is Win7… because it is a bit like Linux.
Why do things familiar make us feel comfortable? We seem to shun adventure?
Yes true. But think about your téléphone or tablet on Android you adapted to that and so many do.
I use that to convince clients to switch from windows, but many say its Android or more say its google not knowing underneath its a linux system. Same with car navigation system many do not know its a linux base.
many here do not understand google is a search engine and chrome is the browser. They are convinced its just one thing. Many mac users will not switch they are fixed in the safari or google camp and cannot understand change.
I’m happy with LM. When I upgrade there are no surprises, when I update there are no surprises, it’s rock solid, it stays the same, has excellent performance; basically it’s boring, just how I like it.
Mint wins because it looks like windows 7 did almost so they feel comfortable.
Mint brings familiarity that comforts Windows users, while adding its own unique touch. Cheers! 
Without the spyware window brings.
Yes. So it is not purely resistance to change…Android is a well designed user interface.
It cuts out all the potentially difficult Linux/Unix concepts, like CLi and background jobs and services. It just does one thing at a time… the app that is on the screen… if you exit an app it stops … it is all icons no menus , except in setup … it starts quick with no login, just a swipe… it backs up automatically. … changing to that is easy because it is a step down in complexity.
Changing the other way, from Android to Linux, might encounter resistance. An all icon interface like Gnome might help.
I wonder could we have an Android DE with Linux underneath?
Really? I’m sure mine doesn’t do anything I’d name backup.
That’s a point worth emphasising.
You could say it’s derived from a fundamental rule for typesetting books such as novels, regularly repeated in advice for those of us who get involved in self-publishing: for the book to be readable, the reader should be totally unaware of the typography, and the page should look a boringly uniform grey.
LaTeX, widely used in academic publishing and elsewhere, is designed to do that automatically, and you have to do difficult geek stuff to get anything fancy.
On the broader front, but not off topic, it should be illegal to require anyone to register to be allowed to use an object or software they have bought. A topical and extreme case is the sale of dumb printers that don’t work unless they (and consequently you) are online with the manufacturer. I suppose there may exist toothbrushes connected so the manufacturer can emails the parents if their kid doesn’t brush their teeth for long enough.
The only exception would be when you’re publishing or posting on the internet, where it is or should be a legal requirement to be identifiable ; who is responsible for securing the data needs more public discussion. At present there’s the EU Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and if only the EU would become more daring they should big enough set up mechanisms and determine safe commercial practice.
There is a setting to backup user files. eg photos.
gmail seems to survive across devices, it must be web based.?
You are right there is no system backup… I guess you do a factory reset and start from scratch.
Some academic journals will have a Latex style file. It is a simple matter to use that and have your submission exactly in the journal’s format.
I have not tried LyX… it is a GUI system based on Latex and Tex.
They say it keeps to the concept of hiding formatting from the user.
Breaking News: I’ve Found My Penguin Friend!
Calling all Linux enthusiasts! I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve finally found my penguin friend - Linux Mint!
After months of searching for the perfect distro to replace Windows, I’ve discovered the joys of Linux Mint. With its user-friendly interface and seamless integration with Lutris, I can now enjoy my favorite games without worrying about compatibility issues.
So, if you’re tired of feeling like you’re stuck in the ice with Windows and are ready to thaw out with Linux, join me on this penguin adventure! Together, we’ll discover the wonders of Linux and leave those pesky Windows woes behind.
P.S. If anyone needs me, I’ll be over here, basking in the warmth of my new penguin friend and enjoying a Linux-powered gaming marathon!
Welcome to the club
The next one will be posible LMDE. Just another Linux Mint, but without Ubuntu basement, and of course including benefits from Debians rock solid stability. 
As a long time Mint user, this just makes my day! 
Mint is a great distribution! Welcome to the club.
for me no next, Debian would be my choice
That is OK, ran Mint for a long time, just got to boring and full of bloat I would ever use, just like Ubuntu!!! I now use Gentoo, I compile what I want!!!
I must say that the reason why I chose Linux Mint as my go-to distro was because it was the easiest for me to transition from Windows. I’m at a loss for words to describe the sense of freedom that comes with breaking free from Microsoft’s grip.
As you may know, EA Games has stated that they created an anti-Linux patch because Linux users were hacking and using cheats in their Battlefield games. The last game I played was BF5, which was two weeks ago when this post was created. To my surprise, the anti-Linux patch did not stop cheating; instead, it got worse!
I’m glad I made the switch to Linux Mint, as it’s allowed me to enjoy gaming without worrying about those pesky cheats ruining the experience for everyone else.
Banning something creates opportunities for criminals.
Think about what happened in the American alcohol prohibition era.
Not banning something does not solve the problem either.
Experiments with decriminalising drugs have failed to produce desirable outcomes.
Not sure about scare tactics. … eg appending health messages to cigarette advertising. It may motivate some people to quit.
Individuals have to solve issues in a self motivated way… not by being told.
Individuals drive society… society does not drive individuals