Where to Buy a Linux-Powered Computer

You can’t buy a computer with Linux pre-installed. How many times have you heard that refrain? I’ve heard it a lot over the last 20+ years. And still do every so often nowadays, believe it or not.

While that statement might have been true at one time, it’s a patently false one today. There are a number of vendors from whom you can buy a Linux-powered laptop, desktop, mini, or server.

Here’s a list of some of them:

Some Points to Remember

Note that:

1. The list in this post isn’t meant to be an exhaustive one. I know there are other vendors out there, but I’m most familiar with the ones above.
2. Because I included a company in the list isn’t an endorsement of it. If you have problems with any of those companies, please don’t share those problems with me.
3. I don’t earn any money for either sharing those links or if you buy anything from the companies I’ve listed.

And, yes, what those companies charge is more than what you’ll pay for a computer at your local big-box retailer. Why? Economies of scale, which smaller makers and sellers aren’t able to take advantage of. No one is trying to rip you off.

— Scott Nesbitt