I’ve noticed in the Linux community whenever someone asks for a recommendation on a laptop that runs Linux the answer is always “Get a Thinkpad” yet Lenovo doesn’t seem to be a big Linux contributor or ally. There’s also at least six Linux/FOSS-oriented computer manufacturers now:
So what gives? Why the love for a primarily Windows-oriented laptop when there are better alternatives?
Because getting rid of Windows on a new device is half the fun
In Denmark (maybe all of EU?), you can buy them a bit cheaper without OS.
Edit: It’s a Danish ruling from 2011, according to this. But it’s not that you can buy the machine without Windows, but that you can get a refund for Windows if you haven’t activated it.
The story mentions that that’s been Microsoft practice for several years prior, but that consumers rarely use the opportunity.
Would be nice if everywhere in the world you could do that and not deal with the bullbloatcrap manufacturers push onto you
I’ve edited my comment. Maybe you can, but you might have to call Microsoft and hear them out.