[NCLUG] Netbook/laptop reccomendation?

[Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn]

I like System76 (located in Denver).  Their netbook is currently  
listed for $359.  The advantage of buying from them is that the  
device comes pre-loaded with working drivers under Linux.


On Thursday, 2009-11-26, at 13:25 , Joel Nevison wrote:

> Hi folks,
> My wife is ready to take the linux plunge so we are looking for  
> something with good compatibility and low price.
> She is not a power user of any kind so the machine really just  
> needs to do internet and Open Office.
> We like the netbook form factor, but will consider laptops.
> Price is a big consideration, in fact we are considering waiting  
> til January to see if prices drop even further.
>
> Today I see an Acer 10.1" netbook with xp for $197.  Does anyone  
> use this machine and have feedback?
>
> Thanks!  -Joel
>
>
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