[ubuntu-uk] Windows Free Laptops

[Stephen O'Neill]

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On 14/11/08 06:51, Sean Miller wrote:
> What's the advantage of a laptop without an OS when for about £100
> less you can go to Tesco and get one WITH an OS of a better
> specification for about £100 less and just wipe the OS off and install
> Ubuntu anyway?


I see what you're saying, but you need to compare like with like -
whether cheaper systems in supermarkets represent good value compared to
traditional retailers is a different discussion.

In the context of this discussion the only fair comparison point is
ranges at a single retailer where discounts are offered when sold
without an OS.

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Stephen O'Neill
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