Linux Mint 12 is now available to download for computers equipped with either 32-bit or 64-bit x86 processors. The system requirements are modest, making it accessible to a wide range of users.

The latest version of Linux Mint Debian Edition has begun propagating on official mirrors. The Linux Mint project has not announced the update yet but is expected to in the coming days.

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