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Distro suggestions for grandparents?

2 years ago by PetulantBandicoot to c/linuxquestions

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Hello there. Was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for a Linux distro for grandparents? They are over 70 years old, with an old HP desktop and laptop running Windows 10. All they need is a Web browser, so no need for special software or wine to run Windows programs. Would preferably like something that is low maintenance so I don't have to be constant tech support for them (apart from the initial install and setup). Thanks for any suggestions.

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Varven 13 points 2 years ago

Mint easy to install easy to navigate

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PetulantBandicoot 4 points 2 years ago

Thanks, I will put Mint on a USB, along side some others as well. I have fond memories of Mint, as it was my first distro.

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Diplomjodler3 6 points 2 years ago

Mint is definitely the right choice here. I've had it in my main machine for about two years now and I've had zero issues. If I had to set up something for family, I'd 100% choose Mint.

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