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 ### NOTES
 
 * If you are getting stuck at boot when loading the ramdisk, you need to install the Processor Microcode Firmware for Intel CPUs (usually found under Additional Drivers in Software and Updates).
+* Do not install TLP! It can cause slowdowns, laggy performance, and occasional hangs! You have been warned.
 
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