And to clarify, it’s pretty much only Ubuntu that is the Linux option with the standard SI’s. And I’m pretty sure it’s standard Ubuntu with gnome, not Kubuntu or being able to select a different DE, etc.
So it’s an option…but not something I’d seek out from Dell or HP specifically.
I usually build my own PCs, or I buy certified refurbished systems from eBay, so I usually don’t pay the Windows tax(or its baked in).
But definitely a good option to get something for cheaper, I do wish more systems had a Linux or no OS option.
And even if I plan to use Windows on a system, I usually re-install Windows anyway. Can’t be too careful with what has already been installed on something.
I dual boot anyway so it doesn’t really matter and as shitty as MS is i find having it to be valuable nonetheless but i suppose it’s trivial to just run activation scripts
And to clarify, it’s pretty much only Ubuntu that is the Linux option with the standard SI’s. And I’m pretty sure it’s standard Ubuntu with gnome, not Kubuntu or being able to select a different DE, etc.
So it’s an option…but not something I’d seek out from Dell or HP specifically.
True but you can still save the money on the MS license and then just install whatever you want
Oh for sure. Kind of forgot about that.
I usually build my own PCs, or I buy certified refurbished systems from eBay, so I usually don’t pay the Windows tax(or its baked in).
But definitely a good option to get something for cheaper, I do wish more systems had a Linux or no OS option.
And even if I plan to use Windows on a system, I usually re-install Windows anyway. Can’t be too careful with what has already been installed on something.
Official lenovo eBay store 💘
I dual boot anyway so it doesn’t really matter and as shitty as MS is i find having it to be valuable nonetheless but i suppose it’s trivial to just run activation scripts