Linux Mint 20.1 beta released, supporting exFAT and Web App

The Linux Mint system recently released the Linux Mint 20.1 “Ulyssa” beta version, which brings many new features. The system is designed based on Ubuntu 20.04, the kernel is upgraded to Linux 5.4 , and the desktop is upgraded to Cinnamon 4.8 . The official version of the system will be supported until 2025.

The new version of the system adds Web App support, in addition to the options provided in the list, you can also customize the addition of links, and you can specify the browser, icon, and name. At the same time, you can pin the Web App to the taskbar for easy access, and the Web App will appear in the application list just like a normal application.

Mint 20.1 beta version adds a new video player called Hypnotix . This is a streaming video player that supports online watching of TV, TV series, and movies. It provides free IPTV subscription by default, and it can also be played through local M3U playlists.

Naija tech news understands that, in addition, Linux Mint 20.1beta system also adds kernel lock mode support (Linux Security Module). Added support for the exFAT file system to facilitate file exchange with Windows; it also supports the latest version of Oracle’s file system ZFS (Z File System), supports disk encryption, and improves performance.