Make sure all your important files, documents, and settings are safely backed up to an external drive or cloud service.

Download the latest Linux Mint ISO and create a bootable USB drive using tools like Rufus or Etcher.

Restart your computer and boot from the USB. Try Linux Mint in live mode to ensure everything works with your hardware.

Follow the installation wizard. Carefully select your partitions and restore your backed-up files after installation.

Explore Linux Mint with confidence and start using your familiar apps in a free and open-source environment.