Installing Linux on a Chromebook involves enabling the Linux development environment (also known as Crostini). Here's how to do it:
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Access Settings:
- At the bottom right of your Chromebook screen, click the time.
- Select Settings (the gear icon).
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Navigate to Developers:
- In the Settings menu, select About ChromeOS.
- Choose Developers.
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Set up Linux development environment:
- Next to "Linux development environment," click Set up.
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Follow the on-screen instructions:
- The setup process may take 10 minutes or longer.
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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.