[ubuntu-uk] Choice of laptop

[Gareth France]

I firmly believe part of the problem with Linux adoption is that we all 
go out, buy Windows machines and then wipe them. This sends out the 
message to manufacturers that we want Windows on our machines and so the 
cycle continues.

I'm looking to purchase a laptop shortly and would much prefer to buy a 
machine with Linux pre-installed but of course choice is limited. I was 
wondering what budget machines are available and recommended. Yes I know 
Dell will sell me one for a sqillion pounds but I'm looking to spend 
about £500.

Thanks