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submitted 1 year ago by const_void@lemmy.ml to c/linux@lemmy.ml

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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[-] library_napper@monyet.cc 2 points 1 year ago

On what marketplace Are they sold? And can I buy a quantity of 1?

[-] dudewitbow@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

very rarely sell in quantities of one, but usually some of the end clients are resellers. If you're ever like on Amazon and find refurbished dell desktops, or any laptop in general (including apple products), there's a decent chance it came from an e-waste organization first before being bought by a reseller in bulk. There are some companies who "bling" old desktops and resell them in the market place.

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