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Why do people still recommend Thinkpads for Linux when there are Linux-oriented manufacturers now? (lemmy.ml)
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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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[-] kaito@eviltoast.org 2 points 1 year ago

Would be nice if everywhere in the world you could do that and not deal with the bullbloatcrap manufacturers push onto you

[-] humanplayer2@lemmy.ml 1 points 1 year ago

I've edited my comment. Maybe you can, but you might have to call Microsoft and hear them out.

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