I'd definitely recommend a thinkpad. However if you buy a high-end model with optimus graphics, you'll need to use some workarounds like these: http://sagark.o

I'd definitely recommend a thinkpad. However if you buy a high-end model with optimus graphics, you'll need to use some workarounds like these: http://sagark.org/optimal-ubuntu-graphics-setup-for-thinkpads/ http://sagark.org/optimal-ubuntu-graphics-setup-for-thinkpad... http://sagark.org/thinkdisp-about-installation/ http://sagark.org/thinkdisp-about-installation/ *Disclaimer, I wrote this guide / app