Chromebooks can do a lot right out of the box. However, if you want just a little more, you can install Linux apps to most newer models (see the full list here<\/a>) and have access to a complete catalog of desktop-class applications.<\/p>\n Your Chromebook already runs Linux because Chrome is its own Linux distribution, but it’s a very locked-down version without access to most Linux tools and programs by default. Luckily, turning everything on is easy.<\/p>\n Select the gear icon<\/strong> to open the settings.<\/p>\n Read and follow the simple on-screen prompts and wait for things to finish. This could take 10-15 minutes.<\/p>\n You are now ready to install and run most any Linux program found in the base Debian Stretch repositories. A full list of them can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Not every piece of Linux software will work on your Chromebook, and all Linux programs run inside the same sandbox. You also can’t use the microphone or webcam, and hardware acceleration is not yet supported. You’ll still find a lot of great software that can make your Chromebook more useful and powerful.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n From $850 at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n Pricey, but worth every penny<\/p>\n The Pixelbook Go is the best premium Chromebook you can buy right now. It doesn’t support a pen or fold over onto itself, but for getting work done on a laptop that’s purely a laptop, it’s tough to beat it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Pixelbook Go<\/a> is one of the more expensive Chromebooks on the market, but for all you get, it’s worth it. You get a fantastic keyboard, excellent battery life, and an Assistant key that lets you connect to the company’s smart assistant at any time. It is, like we said, pricey, but there are plenty of other great Chromebooks<\/a> out there if you’re looking for something different.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Chromebooks can do a lot right out of the box. However, if you want just a little more, you can install Linux apps to most newer models (see the full list here) and have access to a complete catalog of desktop-class applications.<\/p>\n Products used in this guide<\/p>\n Google’s newest: Google Pixelbook Go (From $850 at Amazon)<\/p>\n How to enable Linux<\/p>\n Your Chromebook already runs Linux because Chrome is its own Linux distribution, but it’s a very locked-down version without access to most Linux tools and programs by default. Luckily, turning everything on is easy.<\/p>\n At the bottom right of your system tray, click on the clock. Scroll down until you see “Linux (Beta)” and choose Turn On. Once the terminal window opens, you are ready to type Linux commands. You can always find the Linux terminal in your app drawer if you choose to close it now.![](\"https:\/\/www.androidcentral.com\/sites\/androidcentral.com\/files\/styles\/large_wm_brw\/public\/article_images\/2020\/01\/linux-pixelbook-go-hero-1.jpg?itok=p3nAITa0\"){kind=tracking}
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