Moshe Goldfarb. wrote:
> On Mon, 1 Sep 2008 11:13:47 -0700 (PDT), wexfordpress wrote:
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>> On Sep 1, 11:45 am, Roy Schestowitz <newsgro...@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> wrote:
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>>>> Can anyone point me to a list of laptops that come with Linux
>>>> preinstalled? I see Dell has some at very low prices
>>>> but based on their desktops I tend not to trust that vendor.
>>>
>>>> This is for my spouse who wants to use it via a wifi conection. I
>>>> already have my Linksys router up and running
>>>> on my desktop box.
>>>
>>>> John Culleton
>>>
>>> Here is a good index:
>>>
>>> http://www.linuxloop.com/news/2008/08/04/32-ultra-mobile-pcs-that-run...
>>>
>>> Several more have been announced since, including one over the weekend.
>>>
>>> This one has photos:
>>>
>>> http://www.starryhope.com/pre-installed-linux-notebooks/
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>> Thanks but I am looking for laptops with full sized keyboards and 15.5
>> minimum screens.
>> Basically I am looking for for a near-desktop class machine that folds
>> and has a carrying handle
>> and NOT a teeny tiny notebook.
>>
>> JC
>
> Buy the laptop you like and wipe Windows and install Linux.
Remember to claim refund for your Windows OSen.
There are number of legal cases now settled that obliges vendors
to refund you in full. If they refuse you can take them to court and
get refund and costs and punitive damages.
> Just make sure and do some research as to how well the hardware contained
> in the laptop works with Linux, if at all.
>
> Pay particular attention to the wireless networking chip and the power
> saving options as well as the track point, finger print thingie, human
> interface etc.
>
> IOW spend your time before you buy rather than kicking yourself after you
> buy.
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