I’m often asked “Why buy a Chromebook when you can get a Mac or PC for the same price and do so much more?” Here’s why I use a Chromebook.
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A $299 mini PC shows what a really good Chromebox could be
A few weeks ago I bought a $299 mini PC and it showed me just how good a Chromebox can be. Well, if it has the right hardware, that is.
Chromebook privacy indicators for mic and camera in the works
A new ChromeOS feature will bring Chromebook privacy indicators to the system level when using your microphone or camera.
Linux on Chromebooks may get automatic disk storage resizing
A new feature may bring automatic disk storage resizing to Linux on Chromebooks. Here’s what we know about Storage Ballooning.
How to use function keys on a Chromebook
I recently needed to press the F10 key in an app on my Chromebook. But it doesn’t have one. Here’s how to use function keys on a Chromebook.
Still using apt for Linux on a Chromebook? Try Nala instead
It’s 2022 and you’re using Linux on a Chromebook. So why are you using apt to install apps? Here’s why you should try Nala for Linux.
Chrome OS 105 adds Ansible to Linux on Chromebooks
Chrome Enterprise users relying on Ansible will be happy that Chrome OS 105 adds support for Ansible Playbooks in Linux on Chromebooks.
Chrome OS 103 Linux Terminal is prepped for Guest OS installs, aka Bruschetta
In support of Project Bruschetta, the Chrome OS 103 Linux Terminal is prepped for Guest OS installs on a Chromebook.
Chrome OS 101 update arrives: What you need to know
The Google Chrome OS 101 update is here for all supported devices on the Stable Channel. Here’s what you need to know.
Chrome OS adds Stability to the three core principles of Speed, Simplicity and Security
The original three core Chrome OS principles of Speed, Simplicity, and Security are now four. Here’s how and why Stability is a new primary function of Chrome OS.
How to upgrade Linux on a Chromebook to Debian Bullseye 11.3
If you’re using Linux on a Chromebook, you might not know there’s a new version of Debian. Here’s how to upgrade to Debian Bullseye 11.3.