Lenovo ThinkPad T61 with Linux OS

Almost there is no choice for consumers into the Microsoft Windows operating systems, but lately several manufacturers have started to offer Linux options. Lenovo has started to offer SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 on some Thinkpad models, in addition to Vista and XP. This review covers the 14″ T61 with the “SLED 10″ Linux operating system.

Nothing has changed with this Lenovo T61. This model still shares the same top notch Thinkpad build quality, and the basic semi-rugged business design.

The main change to this notebook is that Lenovo now offers SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 as an operating system option in addition to Windows Vista and XP. This gives users or businesses another alternative, and hopefully a discount off the system price without needing to pay for a Windows license. Many users will also enjoy added security and stability that many Linux and Unix systems bring over XP or Vista.

It’s very surprising that the boot times into the Suse Linux desktop environment took more than twice the time of Vista. For someone trying to quickly check their email in an airport quickly, it would be painful taking that long. I would highly suggest users use hibernate or suspend modes instead of a full shutdown.

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