Hello trusty bit-tech readers! I am looking for a cheap laptop to run some form of linux to use just for basic school tasks. The reasons I want Linux are 1. increased battery life due to less processes 2. cheaper 3. I want to be familiar with the more popular distros of linux for future career/school purposes This leads me to look for a barebones laptop, since I can buy it without an OS, unless there are any dealers that sell without an OS, and at a good price. I am looking to spend < 500, small screens don't bother me, weight doesn't bother me, big computers don't bother me. I do want built in wi-fi for connecting to the campus network, hard drive space isn't too big of a factor, proc speed doesn't need to be especially fast. What systems should I go for that offer maximum battery efficiency, while still keeping a fairly low price tag?
i think i saw a cheap laptop on ebuyer with linux on oh yes here it is http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/prod...hvd19wcm9kdWN0X292ZXJ2aWV3&product_uid=103124
