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Old laptop recommendations for Linux? (sopuli.xyz)
submitted 3 days ago by Klanky@sopuli.xyz to c/linux_gaming@lemmy.world
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Hey everyone, I'm looking for a cheap, old laptop to put Linux on and mess around with. I mainly want to see if I can find replacement software for some of the stuff I do on my Windows desktop, but maybe also some light gaming with Steam and Heroic launcher. I'd like to get some opinions on what brands/models I should be looking for on Craiglist/Ebay/etc.? Thanks!

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[–] glitching@lemmy.ml 7 points 2 days ago

lenovo thinkpad T-series, hp elitebook, dell latitude. those are business laptops, premium build, durable, easily serviceable, upgradeable, cross-generation/model parts compatible and widely available because their owners (business entities) swap out their entire fleet every 3-5 years and flood the 2nd hand market.