Hey! I'm currently on my first Linux, Mint, and I'm not the greatest with computers. How do I know if my computer can handle a second monitor? and how do I set that up?
I'm honestly not sure what it is. It's a desktop and got a Dell shell at least. Here is some info that popped up when I typed in a code in the terminal(for a different problem). I hope it helps.
Welcome @JessBUrself
In short, yes, you can run multiple monitors. You have one HDMI port (connected in the picture), the other two are DisplayPorts, and it looks like you have a DP cable (in the picture). I see the monitor (in the picture) has HDMI/DP/VGA. So you're good.
BTW: What you picked up is a great workhorse. Those Optiplex machines will go for years and you can throw in a low-profile GT710 or something if you just wanna take the load off the iGPU -- you could even play a few of the older games. Good choice on your first Linux distro