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?
Heck, why buy a pre-made laptop anyway, just take this bag of microchips and this spool of solder and compile your own!
Integrated circuits‽
I make my CPUs using individual transistors on a breadboard.
The way God intended
Don’t be silly, you also need some chewing gum and bits of string.