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Linux package installs on Chromebooks to show app name, version and details, possibly in Chrome OS 73

February 18, 2019February 18, 2019 Kevin C. Tofel 3 Comments Chrome OS, Chrome OS 73, Crostini, Debian, Files, Linux, Linux Apps, Project Crostini

Curious what you’re actually installing when you add a Linux app to your Chromebook? A new dialog box, possibly ready for Chrome OS 73, will provide the app name, version and details before you click that install button.

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Chrome OS “Share with Linux” feature will make it easier to install Debian apps in Crostini

October 30, 2018 Kevin C. Tofel 3 Comments Chrome OS, Crostini, Debian, Files app, Linux, Linux Apps, Productivity, Project Crostini

Building off the upcoming “Share with Linux” functionality in the Chrome OS Files app, a new feature will allow you to install Debian packages on a Chromebook without having to first copy them over to Linux.