Can I Install Linux on a Chromebook Without Developer Mode?

How do I enable Linux on a Chromebook without developer mode?

You do not need to put it into developer mode. Enable support. Go to Chrome OS settings (chrome://settings ). Scroll down to “Linux (Beta)”.
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They both start the same way.

1. Download your “live” Linux image.
2. Using a USB utility, mount the image to a jumpdrive or other memory device.
3. Boot the computer from the USB drive.

How do I convert my Chromebook to Linux?

For this process, we’re going to use Crouton, a flavor of Linux which supports a wide-range of Chromebooks.
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How to switch from Chrome OS to Linux with the Terminal.

1. Hit Ctrl+Alt+T to open the terminal.
2. Type Shell.
3. Hit Enter.
4. Type “sudo startxfce4”.
5. Hit Enter.