Hello.

I just switch to Linux mint from Windows. And I found that there is some software that are preinstalled that does the same that what I would have installed myself.

For example, I use qbittorent and there is something called “Transmission” that does torrenting.
I use VLC for video playing and there is something called “Celluloid”.

Are the software preinstalled on Mint generally good at what they are doing and beginner friendly? Should I check for Linux version of the software I use on Windows or rather experiment with what is here?

Thank you for your help.

  • Khanzarate@lemmy.world
    12·
    1 month ago

    Generally good. If you wanna hit the ground running, they’re good choices.

    If you decide you don’t like them, they can be uninstalled too.

    Personally I prefer qbittorrent and VLC, and have installed them, but I’ve used all 4 and the mint defaults seem perfectly functional.