Re:From OS X to Ubuntu
by nextos on Monday January 09, 2017 @11:01PM
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Given not all manufacturers are friendly with Linux, you just need to cherrypick a bit. For example if you get a laptop that has only Intel components, or all Intel plus an Atheros wireless card, everything will just work.
You might only experience issues in the latest Intel iteration, while they fix some glitches. But Macs have also had teething problems.
ARMs will also become more an more a great option. For example Chromebook Asus C201 can be run with free software and firmware. And it's great & cheap.
The general rule of thumb is, if there are free drivers, it will work well. If not, it won't. Or at least, you might suffer the effects of planned obsolescence.
You might only experience issues in the latest Intel iteration, while they fix some glitches. But Macs have also had teething problems.
ARMs will also become more an more a great option. For example Chromebook Asus C201 can be run with free software and firmware. And it's great & cheap.
The general rule of thumb is, if there are free drivers, it will work well. If not, it won't. Or at least, you might suffer the effects of planned obsolescence.