On Sat, 17 Feb 2007 16:43:19 -0500, Sam Varshavchik wrote: > Mike - EMAIL IGNORED writes: > >> I need a laptop with these capabilities: >> >> 1. Duel boot, (win2k or winXp) and FC. >> 2. VPN for both operating systems. >> 3. Wireless net access. >> 4. 1+ gig ram >> 5 external mouse option >> >> I have extensive experience with desktops, >> but little with laptops. I will do all >> software installation. >> >> Advice would be much appreciated. > > Googling "linux laptops" will get you many vendors that will preload Linux. > Most of them will preconfigure an XP dual boot, upon request. > > But you might be too late. I'm not sure if it's possible to even get an XP > install, these days. Most vendors are probably being forced to sell Vista > licenses, by now. > > I hope you realize that you have zero chances of getting a Windows/Linux > dualboot from a big namebrand vendor, such as Dell, or HP. That's just not > going to happen. There's a slight chance that some of them might offer an > expensive business-grade laptop with Red Hat Enterprise as an option, but > that's about it. Your only option is smaller independent VARs; expect > slightly higher prices. My question really concerns hardware. I'll take care of the installations. More particularly, are there any hardware features I should look for? Is there anything to avoid? I can have one custom-built for a good price. How should I specify? Thanks for your help. Mike.
