Clip for the uninitiated

You absolutly right, but here in the Mecca of internet freedom, we don’t likey.

Seems like you answered your own question. If a gaming software engineering privacy enthusiast isn’t a power user, I don’t know what is.

Also, Tumblweed really isn’t intimidating. Give it a try.

If you want to buy second-hand, make sure to take a look at linux-hardware.org to see if Linux supports all drivers.

Generally, every laptop will work, with the exception of fingerprint sensors, webcams, or Bluetooth.

Yes, at least Lenovo Linux laptops are 140$ cheaper.

Take a look at Framework, or System76 for Linux first hardware.