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is chrome os a Linux distro.

is chrome os a Linux distro.

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FiskTratt
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02-13-2023, 06:27 PM
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Most people believe Chrome OS is not a true Linux distribution but rather a Windows-based operating system with some Linux features.
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FiskTratt
02-13-2023, 06:27 PM #1

Most people believe Chrome OS is not a true Linux distribution but rather a Windows-based operating system with some Linux features.

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xNoBeef
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02-13-2023, 06:53 PM
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xNoBeef
02-13-2023, 06:53 PM #2

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02-14-2023, 01:58 AM
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In my view, ChromeOS resembles a Linux distribution since you can add Linux software and during my investigation I discovered it's fundamentally Linux, not ChromeOS.
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RorroFuture420
02-14-2023, 01:58 AM #3

In my view, ChromeOS resembles a Linux distribution since you can add Linux software and during my investigation I discovered it's fundamentally Linux, not ChromeOS.

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xSapir
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02-15-2023, 12:23 AM
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CloudReady and ChromeOS are distinct platforms. CloudReady focuses on enabling devices to connect to the cloud, while ChromeOS is a lightweight operating system built for Chromebooks. The main difference lies in their purpose and target use cases.
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xSapir
02-15-2023, 12:23 AM #4

CloudReady and ChromeOS are distinct platforms. CloudReady focuses on enabling devices to connect to the cloud, while ChromeOS is a lightweight operating system built for Chromebooks. The main difference lies in their purpose and target use cases.

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TaBaRiTo
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03-07-2023, 01:08 PM
#5
Nothing remains.
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TaBaRiTo
03-07-2023, 01:08 PM #5

Nothing remains.

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Xtun3r
Member
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03-12-2023, 06:14 PM
#6
Responses explaining the reasons:
1) Chrome OS is developed using Linux as its foundation.
2) It allows users to run Linux-based applications.
3) The company behind it confirms this design choice.
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Xtun3r
03-12-2023, 06:14 PM #6

Responses explaining the reasons:
1) Chrome OS is developed using Linux as its foundation.
2) It allows users to run Linux-based applications.
3) The company behind it confirms this design choice.

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QueenNekoNeko
Junior Member
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03-13-2023, 04:01 PM
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MacOS is built on Unix principles, not Linux.
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QueenNekoNeko
03-13-2023, 04:01 PM #7

MacOS is built on Unix principles, not Linux.

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Rik3107
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03-13-2023, 04:32 PM
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That doesn't really matter, a custom OS derivative remains the same system, just with minor limitations. It feels like BSD/Unix—what bothers me is when I say I prefer Unix, they respond "so you must like Linux too"... no, it's not the same.
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Rik3107
03-13-2023, 04:32 PM #8

That doesn't really matter, a custom OS derivative remains the same system, just with minor limitations. It feels like BSD/Unix—what bothers me is when I say I prefer Unix, they respond "so you must like Linux too"... no, it's not the same.

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natasha6610
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03-15-2023, 10:20 PM
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It seems you're suggesting that the best method to run Linux applications is by creating a partition and using a container like Crostini. ChromeOS, despite containing a Linux kernel, doesn't offer much value to regular users.
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natasha6610
03-15-2023, 10:20 PM #9

It seems you're suggesting that the best method to run Linux applications is by creating a partition and using a container like Crostini. ChromeOS, despite containing a Linux kernel, doesn't offer much value to regular users.

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Meowables
Senior Member
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03-15-2023, 11:47 PM
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It's a Linux distribution. There are many that don't act like typical ones—appliances, routers, phones, etc. That's the strength of Linux, you can customize it freely. Is it useful? It depends on the situation. For certain needs it might not be the best compared to other Linux distros.
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Meowables
03-15-2023, 11:47 PM #10

It's a Linux distribution. There are many that don't act like typical ones—appliances, routers, phones, etc. That's the strength of Linux, you can customize it freely. Is it useful? It depends on the situation. For certain needs it might not be the best compared to other Linux distros.