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?

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    1 year ago

    I always called it a nub. I haven’t used one as an adult but I could definitely see myself calling it the clit mouse.

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      1 year ago

      Nub is correct, also nubs are best laptop mouse once you get to know them.

      Edit, Lenovo now calls them “Caps” and that is lame.

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          1 year ago

          A few benefits:

          • You turn off the touch pad and then you can type without hitting the mouse
          • Using the laptop in awkward positions (crammed behind a rack for example) is a lot easier
          • Minimal movement needed to use, not going to yeet a coffee over.
          • Once you get the hang of them they seem more responsive then a touch pad and a bit more precise (opinion I know)
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          1 year ago

          Same. I had a couple of Thinkpads ages ago and just couldn’t get used to it. Not enough control over acceleration and deceleration. I guess it is nice to not have to relocate your hand from the kbd all the time but…yeah.