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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

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Why do people still recommend Thinkpads for Linux when there are Linux-oriented manufacturers now? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 1 year ago by const_void@lemmy.ml to c/linux@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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[–] Secret300@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

I got a thinkpad for $50 at goodwiil. Those linux laptops are so much more expensive. I do plan on buying one soon tho cause I just got a new job

[–] Pika@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 year ago

I never have heard of any of those companies, so I expect PR might be a huge reason. Can't buy what you don't realize exists.

[–] BobbyBandwidth@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Linux is DIY by nature. Buying a fancy, brand new laptop is not.

Not saying you can’t do both. I’m just saying the Linux ethos lends to more crafty people.

[–] kaito@eviltoast.org 0 points 1 year ago

"Test of time" is not a valid argument anymore as there are newer ThinkPad models. To think there's only one ThinkPad model is an illusion.

Also Lenovo laptops are so sharp you could m*rder someone with it

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