[omaha] Laptop Recommendations

Mike Hostetler mike at squarepegsystems.com
Tue Sep 18 15:27:14 CEST 2012


If you don't mind spending a bit more, I recommend one from System76:

https://www.system76.com/laptops/

I bought mine a couple of years ago and I really can't be happier. The
machine just works, and they always have instructions on how to upgrade
Ubuntu when a new version comes out. The one or two times I had to ask for
support they were extremely fast and courteous.

They come with Ubuntu installed but they give you instructions to install
and duel-boot into Windows if that's your thing (it's not mine . . . )

You can customize it and they will built it after you order. I have a code
for 10% off (essentially free shipping)



On Mon, Sep 17, 2012 at 11:15 PM, Jeff Hinrichs - DM&T
<jeffh at dundeemt.com>wrote:

> I am looking to replace my aging laptop and I'm looking for a programmer
> and *nix friendly system.  I5 or I3 + High resolution screen  (won't go for
> 1366x768 ick) and a good keyboard (not a fan of the chiclet kb's -- I touch
> type)   Anyone bought something similar recently that they would recommend?
>  T series thinkpads?  I don't have a problem filling it up with after
> market memory or SSDs most vendors charge way too much compared to after
> market prices.  I've looked at system76 but those chiclet keys and consumer
> displays are a no-go for me.
>
> Also, I could stand to update my wireless router.  I've got a boatload of
> wireless devices in the house, many stream video (roku boxes) and laptops.
>  Anyone want to recommend something?  Cisco ea3500, Netgear n750 or cisco
> e4200??
>
> --
> Best,
>
> Jeff Hinrichs
> 402.218.1473
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