Automatic mirror selection feature

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Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Newbie friendliness
42/100
Issue type
Feature
Clarity
Mostly clear
Activity status
Quiet
Tech stack
linux, python
Domain
operating-systems

Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the existing Linux Mint mirror-selection and update-source logic in this repository, then determine how automatic selection should identify a fast and reliable server. Done means the Update Manager can select a suitable mirror without manual choice, with the behavior and validation agreed.

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Description

FEATURE REQUEST

Currently, Linux Mint requires users to manually select mirrors for updates.
I suggest adding an automatic mirror selection feature so the system can choose
the fastest and most reliable server by itself. This would make updates easier
for beginners and improve overall user experience.

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