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Why can't I just buy it without being charged for preinstalled spyware? (lemmy.world)

submitted 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Shopping for a laptop as a Linux user:

Screenshot from the Simpsons where Otto is talking to Marge and Homer standing next to a window in their house with a caption "Oh wow, windows!... I don't think I can afford this place."

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)

Unfortunately Framework doesn't retail in my country and that's the requirement. But that does sound very enticing, I'll keep an eye on their B-stock. Thanks!

As for the flashed chromebooks that sounds like a pretty cool weekend project but I need something with a little more power.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago)

Important to remember that not all Chromebooks are created equal. There are some that have i5/i7s or Ryzen CPUs in them that will rival most laptops. I see $200-500 USD Chromebooks all the time with decent specs refurbed or clearance.