Re: Atypical migration to Trixie

[David Christensen <dpchrist@holgerdanske.com>]

On 8/16/25 04:41, Richard Owlett wrote:
> I currently have Debian 12.8 on a Dell Latitude [4GB RAM, 150GB disk] 
> which I purchased as a refurbished machine years ago.
>
> The local Staples has a sale on of overstocked laptops. There is a 
> selection of Lenovo [used the brand before] and HP [used their 
> instrumentation in the 70's] machines. All have at least 8GB of RAM and 
> suitably large disk capacity.
>
> All are capable of running Trixie.
> For the best experience what options should I favor?
> "Laptop" is the only form factor of interest.
> Screen size is not an issues as I primarily use an external 18" display 
> driven by arandr.
>
> At least one machine offers a very large SSD. Potential problem(s)?
>
> For perspective, I rarely use more than 2/3 of my 2GB monthly data cap.
>
> After the new machine is operational I will address partitioning issues 
> of my current machine and do a "from scratch" install of Trixie.
>
> Comments?
> Any questions I haven't thought to ask?
> TIA


Please tell us about your existing computers and network, and how the 
laptop will be used.


Would you consider brands other than Lenovo and HP?


What kind of sellers would you consider.


What are your budget and schedule?


David