How Do I Enable Linux on My Chromebook?
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Should I enable Linux on my Chromebook?

It is somewhat similar to running Android apps on your Chromebook, but the Linux connection is far less forgiving. If it works in your Chromebook’s flavor, though, the computer becomes much more useful with more flexible options. Still, running Linux apps on a Chromebook will not replace the Chrome OS.

How do I get Linux on my Chromebook?

Enter the command: shell. Enter the command: sudo startxfce4. Use keys Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Back and Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Forward to switch between Chrome OS and Ubuntu. If you have an ARM Chromebook, several Linux applications might not work.

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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