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On Tue, Jun 01, 2010 at 07:28:01PM +0200, Fred . wrote:
> What exact computer hardware components do Linus Torvalds have in his
> computer system?
> Also other prominent kernel developers like Alan Cox, etc.
> 
> If want to buy same motherboard, CPU, GPU, HDD, etc.
> 
> That way, I know there wont be any problems running Linux, because if
> I have that problem,
> then he will also have that problem.
> If he have that problem, he will surely fix it.

Many kernel developers do seem to prefer Thinkpads (in particular
T-series or X-series).  Choosing the previous generation Thinkpad
(i.e., a T400 vs. T410) also tends to increase the likelyhood
regressions will get noticed quickly --- and means you can often get
the laptop for less money, either using the Linux Foundation discount,
or getting a friend who works at IBM or Lenovo to let use their
"firends and family" discount.

							- Ted
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