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Dude! I'm getting a (Linux) Dell! Maybe...

By @edent · dell laptop linux ubuntu · 16 comments · 300 words · read ~345 times.

I need a new laptop. My old one is dying a long, slow death. My requirements are modest - runs Ubuntu and charges via USB-C. Cheap would be a bonus - as would a num-pad - but I'll take what I can get! Loads of people have recommended the Dell XPS13 series. I'm looking at them and I'm a bit confused (so what else is new). I'd appreciate your advice gentle reader. There are two models available. Here are the main differences between them: New Old CPU i5-1035G1 Processor(6MB…

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[Sponsored Post] Dell Inspiron Duo

By @edent · dell ebuzzing laptop sponsored tablet ubuntu · 1 comment · 950 words · read ~751 times.

This is a sponsored post from ebuzzing I love my little Dell Laptop - it's served me well over the years. And it has become a magnet for stickers - some for companies who have long since gone bust! Recently, I've upgraded the hard disk to a pure solid state drive. The speed increase is incredible. Coupled with adding an extra GB of RAM, the machine is now faster than ever. It's just a pity that Dell limited the machine to 2GB of RAM. But, there's no denying it's getting a little long in…

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