Welcome back to another installment of "Command Line." The ongoing series where we explorer new and useful ways to leverage Linux apps on Chrome OS. Up to this point, we've covered the basics of getting Linux apps up and running on your Chromebook and we've even experimented with adding a Linux … [Read more...] about [Update] Install Synaptic Package Manager on your Chromebook
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Grab a refurbished HP Chromebook X360 14 for only $280
We get a lot of people asking "what's the best device under $300?" Now, if we're talking new, there are a lot of questions you have to consider before making that decision. However, if you're open to a refurbished Chromebook from a reputable seller, this is likely one of the best deals around if … [Read more...] about Grab a refurbished HP Chromebook X360 14 for only $280
Installing a Linux desktop on your Chromebook [VIDEO]
Welcome to The Command Line. In case you missed the announcement, The Command Line is our brand new, ongoing series that explores Linux support, a.k.a. Crostini on Chrome OS. The inaugural post of this new series spurred a lot of great questions and conversation around the relatively new Chromebook … [Read more...] about Installing a Linux desktop on your Chromebook [VIDEO]
Chrome 80 takes a massive bite out of Cybercrime marketplace
If you have had online credentials stolen, had your personal information compromised in a data breach or simply just like to see the bad guys get their comeuppance, now is a good time to make sure your Chrome browser is up-to-date. In all honesty, it's a good idea to keep Chrome updated but the … [Read more...] about Chrome 80 takes a massive bite out of Cybercrime marketplace
Deal Alert: Get up to 27% off the 15.6″ Samsung Chromebook 4+
In the market for a super-sized Chromebook but don't want to spend a lot of cash? The Samsung Chromebook 4+ may be the perfect device to fit your needs and right now, you can save up to $88 dollars on the 15.6" FullHD Chromebook. Keeping in mind that you get what you pay for, the Samsung Chromebook … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Get up to 27% off the 15.6″ Samsung Chromebook 4+
Sharing on Chrome for Android will be a little easier thanks to this new feature
A few days ago, Robby shared some interesting details about a couple of experimental sharing features in the Canary and Developer builds of Chrome for Android. There was one other feature hiding in one of his photos that he didn't mention but if you were keen enough to catch it, you may be wondering … [Read more...] about Sharing on Chrome for Android will be a little easier thanks to this new feature
Getting started with Linux apps on your Chromebook
We've spent a lot of time talking Crostini and Linux apps as of late but I realized that the average Chromebook user might be a little intimidated when we start talking about terminals, command lines and other Linux-y lingo. That prompted me to take a step back and try to consider what a first-time … [Read more...] about Getting started with Linux apps on your Chromebook
The ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 resurfaces on Amazon for pre-order
As Robby shared a couple of weeks ago, ASUS shared with us that their timeline for the Flip C436 launch had hit some bumps in the road. While an Amazon listing originally slated the availability of the highly-anticipated convertible to be Feb. 24, ASUS stated that some minor delays would have the … [Read more...] about The ASUS Chromebook Flip C436 resurfaces on Amazon for pre-order
New ‘Nightfury’ device hints at second Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
We spend a lot of time tracking new devices in the Chromium repositories. As of late, that has become a full-time job with dozens of new Chromebooks in development and more being added every week. While each and every new device is exciting, occasionally a Chromebook pops up that literally puts us … [Read more...] about New ‘Nightfury’ device hints at second Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
Bulk Password Checkup to be integrated into Chrome Settings Menu
Google is continuing to put in a lot of work towards making the Chrome browser more secure for its users. As of late, the Chrome team has taken their password checking extension and baked it directly into the browser so that users are alerted when a password is potentially compromised. … [Read more...] about Bulk Password Checkup to be integrated into Chrome Settings Menu
Install these popular desktop apps and more on your Chromebook with Flatpak
When Google announced that Chrome OS would officially support Linux apps via the Crostini project, I expected that developers and tinkerers like me would be the only ones genuinely excited. On the flip side, I've long theorized that the masses could benefit from Crostini if Google could find a way … [Read more...] about Install these popular desktop apps and more on your Chromebook with Flatpak
Thanks to Linux, I just installed a pro-level video editor on my Chromebook
We're constantly looking around for new tricks to make our Chromebooks even more capable than they've already become over the past couple of years. Every day, there are fewer use-cases where a Windows or Mac device is a necessity and we truly believe that Chrome OS will eventually offer comparable … [Read more...] about Thanks to Linux, I just installed a pro-level video editor on my Chromebook
