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?

  • raven [he/him]
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    1 year ago

    Do any of these have:

    • As nice a keyboard, that I don't have to worry about spilling a cup of coffee on.
    • Track point or similar.
    • Ability to survive a fall down a flight of stairs.
    • 4:3 or 16:10 aspect ratio.
    • Ports.
      While being built with repairability in mind?

    I day dream about stuffing the guts of a modern laptop inside with a USB hub and an enormous battery, but that's a huge undertaking.