Debian Linux

I gave Debian Linux live a shot and was impressed with the easy connection to a Windows network.

Debian does not contain the wifi drivers of Linux Mint so that could be frustrating if running live.
Here is how to look for the drivers:
https://packages.debian.org/stable/kernel/
Use novice users would not expect wifi drivers to be in the kernel section.
Once in the kernel section use cntl-f and search for your wifi adapter's name.

Open that and search again for specific model

Once you have verified the correct driver'a name you can install it through terminal.

apt-get install firmware-iwlwifi