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?
cheap (companies sell off their stocks when upgrading so you get a few years old business laptop for a fraction of the price)
cheap and plentiful parts
popular models are usually easy to upgrade and repair
it's built so coked up business sharks can throw it across the office
best laptop keyboards
trackpoint and physical mouse buttons
great Linux support