Run Linux on ChromeOS

Run Linux on ChromeOS

Speaking of ChromeOS, most people may first think of Google Chrome, which is not an operating system but a popular browser. In fact, ChromeOS is also a product of Google, a Linux-based operating system developed by Google. Recently, the ChromeOS system has ushered in another practical update? According to oisBeaufort, the new version of ChromeOS supports Linux operating system running in windows.

Linux running on ChromeOS (picture from Google +)

GoogleChromeOS also provides support for Intelx86 and ARM processors. The software structure is extremely simple and can be understood as running a Chrome browser using the new window system on the Linux kernel. Now, with the CroutonChrome extension, ChromeOS supports running Linux directly in windows. Before using this extension, you must set your Chromebook to the developer mode ).

As a cloud operating system, ChromeOS adheres to the fast, concise, and secure features of Chrome browser. Two computers with ChromeOS can synchronize data. But there are still many professional users who want to run Linux in their own systems. CroutonChrome extension makes it a reality.

Previously, Chromebook users had to use a virtual terminal to switch back and forth between ChromeOS and Linux releases. But now, the CroutonChrome extension can be directly seen in Linux before users.