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Why do I have to buy the DIY Edition to get a Linux laptop? I don't want to build a laptop, and I don't want Windows.
by newaccount2021 4y ago
Why do I have to buy the DIY Edition to get a Linux laptop? I don't want to build a laptop, and I don't want Windows.
- halefx 4y agoMostly because there is no one "Linux" OS, there are many.
- girvo 4y agoSure. Send me the completed device and I’ll install the OS.
- Iridescent_ 4y agoThe "build" part is really just installing the SSD and RAM, which has been extremely easy even as a novice in terms of hardware thanks to how well-built the Framework is + installation manual available online. Do not let the "DIY" part scare you.
- ccooffee 4y agoPersonally, I found the "DIY" edition to be great. It was REALLY easy (probably took me 10 minutes, but could be done under 2 with practice), and by needing to "assemble" the product myself, I got much more comfortable opening it up. Since getting my OG framework, I've needed to open the case a couple times to clean the keyboard, which isn't something I've ever felt safe doing with previous laptops.
- newaccount2021 4y ago
- MaxLeiter 4y agoAnd the antenna cables...
- ruscurdotau 4y agoMy guess is they make a nice margin on those Windows licenses and they figure if you're going to install your own OS you might as well put in your own SSD and RAM. It does suck for consumers though.
- willnonya 4y agoNot so much for the types drawn to frameworks products though.
- mixmastamyk 4y agoThey're a startup and don't have many SKUs. That will improve. In the meantime it was a great 10 minute learning op for a young person and I.