Linux isn't just another desktop operating system that many users don't care about. It has many applications in today's world. And there are now several cloud servers running Linux. On a smaller scale, the Raspberry Pi is a tiny, highly flexible Linux computer that you can use to do a lot of cool things. A Chromebook is also a great place to explore Linux in relative safety.
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A Debian container is a fantastic place to get started with Linux, as there’s no risk to the rest of your laptop . It’s isolated from Chrome OS, although it does have integrations. You can share folders from Chrome OS to Linux, and you can even view Linux files in the Chrome OS Files app. You can share USB, like your microphone, with the Linux container. You can pretty much use Linux like any other application.
The beauty of this sandbox is that if you mess something up, you can just destroy it and start over. It's so simple to set up that anyone can do it.
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If you want to learn how to use Linux from scratch, a Chromebook is a great place to start. There are plenty of affordable options, and there are some really nice Chromebooks out there. But there's something else that makes Linux on a Chromebook better. It makes Chrome OS better.
Chrome OS is still heavily dependent on apps and extensions. Linux, on the other hand, is a way to fill the gaps that Chrome OS can't fill on its own. Debian on Chrome OS has full GUI app support.
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That means a lot. You can't run Photoshop on a Chromebook, but you can run the Linux version of GIMP. If you need an audio editor, you can use Audacity. For video editing, try Kdenlive. You might not find the apps you're used to, but on Linux, you'll probably be able to find a free, open-source alternative.
A budget Chromebook with Linux enabled is also overall better than a similarly budget Windows laptop . If you already own a Chromebook, then you should definitely enable this Linux environment.
