> > Also, how do I even disable the screensaver? I've tried the
> > "screensaver" applet in "System Settings", but there's no toggle to
> > actually disable it, only to be able to control the delay before
> > starting the screensaver.
>
> I'm afraid I can't answer your other questions but for this, in
> Cinnamon, go to the screensaver applet in 'System Settings' and select
> 'Never' from 'Delay before Starting the Screensaver'.  Yes, it's not the
> clearest of commands, but it works.  'Never' should be at the top of the
> dropdown menu, so scroll up if you have to.

I've done that previously, but the screensaver still activates after some unknown period :-(