Re: running debian on a laptop
From: "samuel desseaux" <sdesseaux@free.fr>
> >
> > I can only speak for Dell and may say that Debian runs fine. You won't
> > be able to use any builtin modems. In general though, I would
> > recommend not buying the Inspiron but the Latitude. It may be more
> > expensive at first sight, but it's definitely more sturdy and will
> > make you happier longer. And so not forget the three years of
> > warranty!!!
>
> ** Thank you for your suggestion!
> Concerning builtin modem, i know and that's not a problem. what is important
> for me is to having a network card.
It's not entirely true either. Some Dell's have non-linmodems, but my i2500 has
the Lucent on-board modem which works perfectly.
--
derek
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