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Recommendations for cheap laptops? (hexbear.net)
submitted 1 year ago by to c/technology@hexbear.net
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Hey all, I need a new laptop and don't want to spend much money. It just needs to run Linux/Debian, have a functioning battery and be able to play internet videos, nothing more. I have an old Lenovo Thinkpad X220 right now and I've heard that Thinkpads are still okay, but does anyone have more concrete suggestions? Thanks in advance!

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[–] 2 points 1 year ago

The best new laptop is the one sold by your local ewaste recycler after being checked over and refurbed with a fresh install of Mint! If you don't have one of those shops handy then buy refurbed online. I hear Thinkpads are good though. My shop has never had one when I've needed new gear.

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