How Do I Activate Linux?
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How do I switch from Chrome OS to Linux?

Use keys Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Back and Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Forward to switch between Chrome OS and Ubuntu.

How do I install Linux on a Chromebook?

There are just a couple more steps before being able to run Steam and other Linux apps.

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Click the Hamburger icon in the upper-left corner.
  3. Click Linux (Beta) in the menu.
  4. Click Turn on.
  5. Click Install.
  6. The Chromebook will download the files it needs. …
  7. Click the Terminal icon.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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