I've found https://easylinuxtipsproject.blogspot.com/p/1.html, not sure if this individual is in this server. Would appreciate other (up-to-date) links and resources.
#Helpful resources before diving into Mint (Windows user, never touched anything Linux)
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good guide above. particularly the part E: 1. Fatal mistakes to avoid
i would highly advise using Univeral USB Installer over Etcher though, to set up a test usb
(same usb is also the installer disc, should you choose to install permanently onto HDD or SSD of your PC)
See notes and vid I mention exactly here: #1370524777697251410 message
see also our #1295728709306683482 INDEX
it's arranged in a chronological manner for a new user
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