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Originally this was a reply to this article about a Windows feature called Recall, but there's a good argument the author's concerns resonate far beyond Windows and Meta to proprietary generally.

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (7 children)

I want to get into Linux and I need a new laptop. I'm happy to go secondhand but I actually want a half decent thing that can play some games, not the cheapest box I can put Linux on and use fake word.

Am I best off just buying a new windows laptop than I can dual boot? Or any other suggestions?

Windows is US$ 139.00. So I figured if I buy a laptop without windows it will be 139 less but I guess manufacturers get windows for like $20 so there are no saving anyway.

Edit:should probably add I'm from to UK I that's relevant

[–] [email protected] 8 points 2 months ago (3 children)

Yes, at least Lenovo Linux laptops are 140$ cheaper.

Take a look at Framework, or System76 for Linux first hardware.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Thank you. I didnt know about lenovo so that's good to know.

System76 seems especially out of my price range. I haven't bought a computer for 12 years, can't believe laptop's cost more now (even accounting for inflation) than they did back then. It's unbelievable. Might have to work out if I want a good one to last a long time (which is risky) or to get a cheaper one and expect to replace earlier.

By thank you that is helpful.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 months ago

If you want to buy second-hand, make sure to take a look at linux-hardware.org to see if Linux supports all drivers.

Generally, every laptop will work, with the exception of fingerprint sensors, webcams, or Bluetooth.

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