[GRLUG] shopping for linux-compatible hardware

[Ron Lauzon]

John J. Foerch wrote:
> Hello,
>
>   Can anyone offer advice on how to effectively shop for linux-compatible
> hardware?  I am looking into upgrading my aging Pentium 3 system, and
> what I basically want is hassle-free hardware support.  I am very much
> partisan to Asus mainboards, and I want onboard video that "just works",
> including 3D support which, as I understand, means I should be looking
> for an Intel chipset.  Thoughts?
>   

Asus has taken a very Pro-Microsoft stance lately.  All my systems 
currently are Asus, but I'm probably not going to go that route.

My next system will probably be from System 76 or ZaReason - just to cut 
the time and expense to work out the Linux incompatibilities.

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