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Peppermint OS is a lightweight Linux distro based on Debian or Devuan, designed for speed, efficiency, and minimal resource usage. It features the XFCE desktop environment with a clean, familiar layout, ideal for both beginners and advanced users.
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Go to the official site: https://peppermintos.com/
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Choose the latest Debian or Devuan flavor ISO
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Download the 64-bit
.isofile.
Create Bootable Installation Media
Use any of the following tools to write the ISO to a USB drive:
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Windows: Rufus
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Linux/macOS: balenaEtcher
Instructions (Rufus example):
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Insert USB (minimum 4 GB)
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Open Rufus, select your USB device
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Choose the downloaded Peppermint
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Click Start and wait until complete.
Step 3: Install Peppermint OS
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Insert USB and boot your computer
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Enter BIOS/UEFI and set USB as the first boot device
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Save and reboot.
At the Boot Menu:
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Select “Start Peppermint OS” to boot into the live environment
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On the desktop, double-click “Install Peppermint OS”.
Installation Steps:
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Choose your language and keyboard layout
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Connect to Wi-Fi if needed
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Choose installation type:
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Erase disk (for clean install)
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Manual partitioning (advanced users).
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Set your time zone
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Create your user account and password
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Click Install.
✅ After installation completes, remove the USB and reboot.
Step 4: Post-Install Configuration
1. 🔁 Update your System
Open a terminal and run:
Or use the GUI Update Manager.
Install Web Browser
Peppermint is minimalist; if your preferred browser isn’t pre-installed:
Install Common Apps
Customize Appearance
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Go to Menu > Settings > Appearance
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Change theme, icons, and fonts
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Use “Peppermint Welcome” for useful tweaks and guides.
Set Up Cloud Storage (Optional)
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Install cloud clients like:
Or use web apps via the included ICE tool to create “site-specific browsers”.
System Tools & Performance Tips
1. Use ICE (Site-specific Browser Tool)
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Launch ICE from the menu.
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Turn a website (like Gmail or YouTube) into a standalone app.
2. Install Driver Manager
If not present:
Then go to Menu > Administration > Driver Manager to install proprietary drivers.
3. Enable Firewall
4.Install Flatpak Support
Then add Flatpak repo:
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