Mint is one of the more 'user-friendly' flavors that Windows users migrate to - there are a couple others, but Mint I think is the better known; it uses a GUI (graphical user interface) so you don't have to admin everything from the command-line. That said, there are option to run either a 'live disc' or a VM (virtual machine) to better get acquainted with how the OS (operating system) will operate - if that kinda thing interests you. As far as browsers, I believe Mint now comes with Firefox installed - you are free to select whichever you prefer - I typically use 'ungoogled' but I'm sure someone here can recommend a different one.
I have three comps, all a bit old (like old ) I plan on installing it on one with currently 8 on it I never use. So not worried about losing anything. If it works well then will put it on another also.
even better. you will most likely notice an increase in processing power and speed getting rid of all the microsoft bloat.
Linux is great for older systems. I have a 10 year old laptop that is used mostly for browsing but if it was running Windows it would be unusable. You may run into minor issues and might have to do some command line stuff but overall Linux is very user friendly now.
If you run into problems, just post here or feel free to DM me. The Linux community is full of people happy to help someone getting into it.
[edit] That older laptop is currently running Mint. I use a lot of other distributions for different things but it works well for a typical "desktop/laptop" system for most and if you are not "using linux for work".
Will do, I think I got the linux for older comps. I used to really be into it before xp was gone and then just gave up because privacy and control was no more.
That used to be true for most linux, but these days performance is basically equivalent on windows vs ubuntu or similar. Puppy linux can still eke out performance on very old computers though.
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