I'm a software engineer that likes Linux.

My employer is going all in on their B2B strategy. We're implementing full mobile device management. I just got news that I will need to hand in my laptop EOY and get a Mac instead.

I'm of course a little upset. I had a verbal agreement with my former manager (he has quit) that I would get a Linux laptop when I signed.

I'm not sure what the best way to make my case is. I don't want to be combative (Linux or I quit!). I don't want to make the IT department lose face by questioning them picking a MDM vendor without Linux support.

Has anyone been in this situation? All help appreciated!

Workplace: used to be a unicorn startup, did some layoffs. about 500~ people now. A handful Linux users (1%)


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