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The average person dont like linux, and if they buy a linux laptop the reason is because its cheaper than the windows one. So why manufacturers still use unknown distros (like lenovo with endlessos) and not something like ubuntu or mint?

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[–] OddFed@feddit.de 11 points 1 year ago (12 children)

This is nonsense. TuxedoOS and Pop!_OS are awesome and ethical.

[–] floofloof@lemmy.ca 19 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (7 children)

I think the point is that it's better to install it yourself from a trustworthy source, so you know there are no hidden extras.

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