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I've noticed in the Linux community whenever someone asks for a recommendation on a laptop that runs Linux the answer is always "Get a Thinkpad" yet Lenovo doesn't seem to be a big Linux contributor or ally. There's also at least six Linux/FOSS-oriented computer manufacturers now:

So what gives? Why the love for a primarily Windows-oriented laptop when there are better alternatives?

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[–] [email protected] 24 points 1 year ago (3 children)

yeah good luck getting those brand outside of US

[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Tuxedo is German? I had a laptop from them and it was perfect:-)

(It was a company laptop, unfortunately had to return it when I got a new job)

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago
[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

You can also find secondhand thinkbooks for very reasonable prices.

I havent bought a brand new laptop in over a decade now, dont think ill be starting any time soon either.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

No problem getting a Framework in France