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How to install Linux on Chromebook?

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Installing Linux on a Chromebook involves enabling the Linux development environment (also known as Crostini). Here's how to do it:

  1. Access Settings:

    • At the bottom right of your Chromebook screen, click the time.
    • Select Settings (the gear icon).
  2. Navigate to Developers:

    • In the Settings menu, select About ChromeOS.
    • Choose Developers.
  3. Set up Linux development environment:

    • Next to "Linux development environment," click Set up.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions:

    • The setup process may take 10 minutes or longer.
  5. Access the Terminal:

    • Once installation is complete, a terminal window will open, providing you with a Debian environment.

By following these steps, you can successfully install and access a Linux environment on your Chromebook.

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