Previously, Linux Mint had discovered that a large number of its users did not install security updates in a timely manner, or in some cases were even running an EOL version. Now, in order to help solve this problem, Linux Mint is working hard to improve its Update Manager (Update Manager) to encourage users to apply updates.
The Linux Mint project released its February 2021 monthly report , outlining some of the work to be done to update the manager to encourage users to update. The team explained that in the next version, the manager will not only look for available updates, it will also track specific indicators and be able to detect when updates are ignored. Some of these indicators are: when was the last update applied, when was the last software package upgraded on the system, how many days a certain update has been displayed... In some cases, the update manager will be able to Remind users to apply updates.
We don't want it to become stupid and prevent you from moving forward. It is here to help. If you handle things in your own way, it will detect smart modes and usage. It will also be configurable and let you change the way it is set.
At the same time, Linux Mint has been working hard to fix some bugs. This includes limiting the maximum amount of RAM allowed for the Cinnamon desktop (it will restart itself at that time), improving its desktop spice management, and other desktop-level enhancements for user-centric distributions based on Ubuntu/Debian.
For more detailed information, please check the official Linux Mint blog .