Linux-ish Laptop Question

[david-8uUts6sDVDvs2Lz0fTdYFQ at public.gmane.org (David Kramer)]

On 04/07/2011 09:40 AM, Ian Stokes-Rees wrote:

> I know a lot of people rubbish Dell, but I had a few Dell laptops and
> while several parts failed (keyboard, trackpad, etc.), the warranty
> servicing was great.  

Adding my experience, a lot has to do with which Dell line you get.
Like many companies, there's a big difference between their
light-and-cheap line, their multimedia-gaming line, and their business
line.  I always buy from the business line, and have been very happy
with the construction (and full linux compatibility).  For instance, the
business line has a metal chassis instead of a plastic one, and are more
powerful.  I have a Latitude D820 and my wife has a D830.