Essential Applications
The first software beyond the default included with Linux Mint that I install is always a tough choice. I want to customize and change so many things, but what to do first?
I found that it is really difficult to live without CheckGmail. This little tray application is magnificent. It relies on the Atom feeds from Gmail to present almost the full functionality of the inbox right in the system tray. One can see the list of new messages and previews, open, mark as read, archive, report spam, and delete—right from the floating window it displays.
I also use GnuCash to track my finances, which I needed to install.
Other first pass installations include Unison for file synchronization, Quod Libet for music and tag editing, and VLC for video.
Anyone have any other essential apps?
Next on my list is VirtualBox.