Linux Mint 22.2 gets smart fingerprint login and gives Windows 11 users yet another reason to switch

Linux Mint 22.2 is shaping up to be a pretty exciting release, especially for those who use fingerprint readers. You see, the developers are adding a brand-new app called Fingwit, and while the name is quirky, the tool itself is actually very practical. Fingwit is all about fingerprint authentication. Once it detects a fingerprint reader on your system, it lets you record your prints and use them to log in, unlock the screen, run sudo commands, and authenticate with admin apps like pkexec. It’s meant to make your life a bit easier without getting in the way. Now, fingerprint support… [Continue Reading]