Does anyone have any recommendation for laptops to use with
Linux?
Some of my considerations are as follows:
Harware that can be made to work with Linux is essential. If
it has a software modem that won't work it's not the end of
the world, but still a minus.
Weight doesn't really bother me.
Sturdy is a plus - I have been known to drop things.
Large screen size would be nice - probably 15 inches.
Linux pre-installed would be great. No OS is ok. I'd really
like to avoid the Windows tax.
A well respected brand would be nice. As would something
local.
I prefer trackpoints to trackpads, but as far as I can tell IBM
forces you to choose one type of Windows or another.
Has anyone gotten a laptop from any of the smaller Linux
specialist dealers online? In particular, Los Alamos Computers
http://www.laclinux.com/ has caught my eye.
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