At the April 16, 2012 Linux-SIG meeting we discussed

The new:

Linux Mint Debian release

Linux Mint LXDE12

Discussion Items:

Windows 8 may drive me to Linux | ExtremeTech

I have been a Microsoft defender for decades -- but have I been as horrified by one of the company's products as I am by Windows 8.

Windows 8 and the Linux Desktop Windfall - InternetNews.

From the 'Year of the Linux Desktop' files:

A Billion Dollar Reason Why Linux Works: Linux Planet Linux Top 3

Red Hat sets a new revenue milestone as development on upstream kernel and rival distributions continue.

Instagram's $Billion Platform Powered by Ubuntu Linux - InternetNews.

From the 'Open Source Runs the World' files:

Why Linux on the Desktop Is Dead | PCWorld Business Center

Do yourself a favor and stick with Linux servers. The desktop OS market is a two-horse race, and Linux was not invited to the party.

Linux Mint vs. Ubuntu: the Best Option? - Datamation

One Linux distribution prizes stability and safety, while the other tends to be ahead of the curve.

The Linux Mint Blog » Blog Archive » Update Pack 4 is out!

Thunderbird 11 has been released! PPA Ubuntu 11.10 & LinuxMint | Unixmen

Thunderbird 11 has been released, install on Ubuntu and LinuxMint via PPA

How To Fix Broken Packages In Ubuntu Or Debian

So, you just had to go overboard with your PPA's, didn't you? The lure of bleeding-edge software was just to great for you to be able to...

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