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Last updated on Feb 9, 2023 In this article, we will see how to download and install previous Linux Mint wallpapers. Every Linux Mint release comes with beautiful collection of wallpapers located in:/usr/share/backgroundsMost of the time there will be wallpapers from the version that were installed on your system.Install all Linux Mint wallpapersTo install all versions of Linux Mint wallpapers we can use this terminal command:sudo apt-get install mint-backgrounds-*The size of all wallpaper collections is about 0.75 GB so you may need to install a specific version.Add specific version by terminalYou can also install specific version of Linux Mint wallpapers by giving the code name:sudo apt-get install mint-backgrounds-mayaThis will add all wallpapers from release Maya of Linux Mint. To remove older versions you can check the next step.To get old wallpapers from Linux Mint we can use the software manager:MenuSoftware managerSearch for - mint-backgroundSelect versioni.e. mint-backgrounds-mayaInstall itRemove wallpapers in Linux MintTo remove old wallpapers from Linux Mint we can use the software manager:MenuSoftware managerSearch for - mint-backgroundSelect versioni.e. mint-backgrounds-mayaRemoveManual download of Mint backgroundsThere is an option to manually download and add the wallpapers to the default Linux Mint location. To do so follow these steps:Download the desired version of wallpapers from the Linux Mint packagesi.e. mint-backgrounds-sonyaSelect the file type that you likemint-backgrounds-sonya_1.1.dscmint-backgrounds-sonya_1.1.tar.gzmint-backgrounds-sonya_1.1_all.debInstall wallpapers byExtract the contents of archive to /usr/share/backgroundsInstall the .deb fileChange Linux Mint wallpaperTo use the newly download wallpapers:MenuPreferencesBackgrounds (right click on Desktop - Change Desktop Background)Select the new wallpapersBest Linux Wallpaper sourcesFinally let's discuss few sources of beautiful backgrounds for your Linux Desktop:free 4k wallpapers - pixabayHd wallpapers - unsplashfree wallpaper 4k - pexelsAll of them offer high quality free images with advanced search options.SummaryIn this post we discussed how to install old Linux Mint old wallpapers - all or specific versions.We discussed multiple ways and sources of beautiful Linux Mint wallpapers.I recommend this wallpaper app for Linux Mint: Linux Mint 19 How to Change Wallpaper Automatically Finally you can find video on how to manage automatically wallpapers in Linux Mint (plus several good sources like Nasa pictures, Bing, Flickr)

How to Upgrade Linux Mint 17.x to Linux Mint 17.3 Rosa. This guide will show you how to upgrade Linux Mint 17 Qiana, Linux Mint 17.1 Rebecca. Linux Mint 17.2 Rafaela, to Linux Mint 17.3 Rosa.Ordinarily the best way to go from an older Mint version to a later Mint version, is to apply a clean upgrade. Which means: format the hard disk partition on which the older version resides, and install the later version cleanly on the empty partition.The reason for the change is, that Linux Mint currently uses only LTS versions of Ubuntu for base. Within a Mint series that’s always the same Ubuntu version, so the upgrade to a later Mint within the same series is technically no big deal.That has changed: upgrading within a particular Mint series, has become a lot easier. Namely by upgrading the older version to the later one.How to Upgrade Linux Mint 17.x to 17.3 Rosa With PictureDo these following step to upgrade your Linux Mint 17.x to the latest Linux Mint version.Open Update Manager by clicking Start Menu >> Administration >> Update Manager. You will see the window of Update Manager.When you see “mint-update” and or “mint-upgrade-info” appear, it is the right time to upgrade your Linux Mint operating system. (see picture above)Click “Install Update” button to perform one or both of that update to your Linux MintAfter updating the Mint Update Manager to the latest version, click on Edit >> Upgrade to Linux Mint 17.3 RosaA “System Upgrade” window will appear. Click “Continue” button again and again until it download package for Linux Mint 17.3 RosaWait until download completed! It will install upgrade package automatically. You can reboot your machine after install to see the change.Note: during the upgrade you won’t get a kernel upgrade to the recommended kernel for Linux Mint 17.3 Rosa. There’s a reason for that, because that’s no problem: it’s quite alright to continue using your current older kernel in 17.3.You’re done. Enjoy the beautiful Linux Mint 17.3 Rosa!

Description Linux Mint 16 (Petra) was released on November 30, 2013, it was preceded by version 15, and was available for desktop computers. The Xfce and KDE edition was released on December 22, 2013. All editions including Cinnamon, MATE, Xfce, KDE are based on Ubuntu 13.10. 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x86-64) versions are available to Linux Mint 16. Compared to previous releases, this Linux Mint version contains some new features and changes, such as Cinnamon 2.0, Login Screen, Performance improvements etc.General information from Linux MintLinux Mint is a free and open source Linux distribution (or operating system) based on Ubuntu and Debian. The operating system is fully focused on desktop computers (instead of server), even no server version exists. Linux Mint comes with a beautiful and modern graphical user interface, which has the default Cinnamon desktop environment currently, while more desktop environments like Matte and KDE are supported, and are available in different installation ISO files. Like the Ubuntu Desktop, it was bundled with a wide range of useful software applications such as LibreOffice (Office software), Thunderbird (email client), Firefox (web browser), VLC media player, Backup tool, Media Player, etc. While more software is available through package manager.SpecificationAvailable in100+ languages (via language pack)CPU Platform(s)IA-32, X86-64LicenseFree and open-source softwareSystem requirementsMinimum (for all editions):x86 processor.512 MB of RAM.5 GB of free space.DVD drive or USB port.Installation instructionsStarting installer in PC (via USB)Follow the steps given below:Download the Linux Mint 16 ISO image file from the download section.Install a USB bootable creation software (such as Rufus) on your Windows PC.Plug in a USB flash drive (at least 8 GB of free space available) with your PC.Open the USB bootable creation software, and select the ISO image file of Linux Mint 16, and start the process.As soon as done, plug the bootable USB into a system where you want to install Linux Mint 16.Restart the target computer.Press the boot device menu key and select USB to boot first.Select USB device and start the Linux Mint 16 installer.Starting installer in VMwareDownload the Linux Mint 16 ISO image file from the download section.Launch the VMware Player,

As we all know, Latest stable version of Linux Mint OS – Linux Mint 17.1, which is based on Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, having a codename Rebecca has been released and is available for download with two desktop environments viz. Cinnamon and Mate. Just like Ubuntu 14.04 Trusty Tahr and Linux Mint 17 (Qiana), Linux Mint 17.1 (Rebecca) will be officially supported till 2019. This tutorial will help you in upgrading to Linux Mint 17.1 Rebecca from Linux Mint 17 Qiana.Highlights:Fixed 30 Memory leaks and improved responsiveness.Much more customizable and smootherSettings: Background and Theme settings re-designed, added Privacy and Notification settings,Nemo: Nemo toolbar re-designed and much configurableUpdate Manager: Introcudes grouping of packages to prevent partial or incomplete updatesLanguage Settings: Redesigned the UI which shows more information now.Welcome Screen: Redesigned Login windows preferences, with simpler theme selection.Introduces pastebin command.Kernel: Linux Kernel 3.13 with Ubuntu 14.04 package base.Uses Noto font, by deault.Read more at YourOwnLinux

And start creating a new virtual machine.Select the ISO image file of Linux Mint 16, and use the default settings for the virtual machine.Start the virtual machine and go to the Linux Mint 16 installer.Starting installer in VirtualBoxDownload the Linux Mint 16 ISO image file from the download section.Launch the Virtualbox application on your computer, and start creating a new virtual machine.Select Ubuntu and use defualt settings for the virtual machine.Start VM and when it asks to select the Host Drive, then select the downloaded Linux Mint 16 ISO file in step 1.Last stepAs soon as you go to the Linux Mint Live session, follow the steps given below:Click on the 'install' icon on the desktop.Select language and proceed.Choose your region, keyboard layout, and moreCreate a partition, or format the entire hard disk. (Warning - backup your old data from the hard disk)Create a user, and start the installation process.As soon as it's done, click the 'Restart Now' button.Finally, login and enjoy the Linux Mint. Do not forget to remove the installation medium from the computer (for example, USB, CD / DVD).For more information, read the official document of Linux Mint 16.