I think what a lot of people don’t realize is that they often don’t use the best products or services for them. They simply use what everyone else uses, or what they believe is best for them. I recently changed my operating system, video editing software, cloud service provider, e-mail provider, … For me, the switch was difficult, but as a result I believe I’m now more happy with the services I use. Think of WhatsApp, I’m not using it because it’s actually better than other messaging apps, it’s way worse, but since everyone else uses it, I don’t really have a choice but to use it.

I wholeheartedly believe that for 95% of the population, switching products and services to local providers can improve not just their experience with said products, but also save them money. It’s obviously not true for everything, but if the movement focuses on the actual improvements that local services can provide, rather then sacrificing something “better” just for something local, more people could be convinced to take the initial step to change something.

How about a “native” Linux laptop such as the Tuxedo Infinity Book Pro 14, or a similar model? That should provide more than enough power for the tasks you mentioned. There is also Slimbook, who make different Linux laptops though they are a little lesser known I think.

It does seem like the DTS Netflix editing philosophy is slowly spreading into the mainstream live coverage. Hopefully the teams and drivers can keep it from getting too overboard.