[omaha] Laptop Recommendations

[Shawn Hermans]

About two years ago I picked up an Alienware M15x.  Based on my experience
with this laptop, I recommend against going with it. It has good specs, but
has a lot of little issues.  I have also been using some variation of a
ThinkPad for the last 8 years.  I personally like the ThinkPads.  They are
pretty solid and affordable.

On Tue, Sep 18, 2012 at 8:27 AM, Mike Hostetler
<mike at squarepegsystems.com>wrote:

> 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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