(lightest official edition)
We tested on a Lenovo T420 (i5-2520M, 8GB RAM, 120GB SSD). linux mint highly compressed
Ultimately, while seeking a highly compressed version can help with slow internet speeds, the best way to enjoy a fast and lean Mint experience is to start with the Xfce Edition and perform a minimal installation. By removing pre-installed applications you don't need and clearing the APT cache, you can keep your system running lean long after the initial setup is complete. (lightest official edition) We tested on a Lenovo