Configuring software sources
In most Linux distributions, Mint included, software is distributed by repositories. As mentioned earlier, one of the most distinctive differences between one distribution and another is the format of the available software packages and the way they are installed. Typically, packages are changed and then placed into a repository. By default, a distribution would ship with the default set of repositories allowing you to install new packages right away. For most users, the default repositories are all that's needed. However, over time, you may find that you want to use a software package but you're unable to find it while searching for the package in the Synaptic Package Manager or Software Manager. This could simply ...
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