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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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Small linux-friendly laptop (lemdro.id)

submitted 2 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I'm looking for a portable, very compact linux laptop.

Screen size: 12 inch or smaller Weight: less than 1 kg (2.2 pounds) Full hd screen

I did some googling and i only found a CHUWI laptop that suffers from an overheating issue.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 children)

Not entirely true. Fingerprint scanner doesn't work on my Lenovo thinkbook 14s yoga, for example. And lenovos are known for their Linux friendliness.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

good point

the novelty touchpad/numpad combo device on my asus thing also doesn't work but i'm fine with that

so i guess if you have specific device requirements from the laptop, make sure they do work before buying