Why do people still recommend Thinkpads for Linux when there are Linux-oriented manufacturers now? - eviltoast

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?

  • Fuckass [none/use name]
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    211 months ago

    How much product do you move? I know there are enthusiasts buying old thinkpads, but I eidnt imagine it’s enough that a whole company can sell a bunch of them with ease

    • Dudewitbow
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      211 months ago

      i cant give specific numbers of course, but in the hundreds/low thousands typically per order.