[TynesideLUG] Things to ponder before buying a laptop to install Linux on.

[Ian Bruntlett]

Hi,

I posted this on a Linux Facebook conversation and thought it might be of
interest to others...

Many laptops these days are compatible with Linux. However, here are some
comments...
1) Before you buy it, Google the manufacturer's name and the model type.
2) Before you buy it, ask here about people's experiences with it.
3) Ask the vendor how compatible it is with Linux.
4) Find out how upgradable it is. For instance - is the RAM soldered onto
the main circuit board? If so, this would prevent future RAM upgrades.
5) Does it have a hard drive or a solid state drive? What capacity?
6) Have a good think about how much data you want to store on your laptop's
drive and make sure you get a laptop with more than enough space for you.
7) Do you want to run Windows as well as Linux? (I only know about running
Linux)
8. I use Ubuntu Linux on an old lenovo ThinkPad. Prior to that I have used
Linux on old Samsung and Dell laptops OK.

HTH,


Ian

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