I don't know much about Clear Linux; is this a contingency-entry by Intel into the software world in case other core businesses struggle? And how is it as a use

I don't know much about Clear Linux; is this a contingency-entry by Intel into the software world in case other core businesses struggle? And how is it as a user's distro? Anyway the 6% increase over other distros seems worth exploring. Admittedly I would look at refurbs right out the gate instead of a $199 new model, but I am sure in matters like gifting to a child, such a method might not be well received, for one.