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03-07-2013, 09:44 PM | #1 | ||
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So I'm getting the Samsung Chromebook soon, and I would like to put Fedora on the netbook, but I do not want to dual boot the computer. I've been scouring the internet trying to see if this is possible or been done, so I guess I'll ask here and hope that someone knows if this is possible
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03-07-2013, 10:57 PM | #2 | |||
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So if you don't want to dual boot, you are planning to wipe the installed OS and install Fedora only?
Do net books have a cd/dvd or a usb port? I would assume they do. Get Fedora or any of the many Linux distro burned to flash drive or Live cd/dvd. More info here- http://distrowatch.com/ I've found some computers act better with some versions so you may have to try a few to find a good fit
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03-08-2013, 01:13 AM | #3 | |||
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It looks like they have a Google Chrome OS installed on those netbooks. I don't know what that is like.
I'm not sure how a linux OS will work on it. You would need a USB drive with the Fedora on it or any other Linux distro. Oh, Here are some preistalled on USB or flash cards - but you should explore more places to make sure it will work on/with the chrome book. http://www.osdisc.com/products/usb/f...te=distrowatch I didn't change my Win 7 OS laptop to install Linux until the warranty had expired on the machine.
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03-08-2013, 01:20 PM | #4 | ||
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Thanks for your help so far mate, when it all gets done I'll definitely let you know how this turns out Last edited by Chemar; 03-08-2013 at 02:23 PM. Reason: links etc for newbies. Jo has your message :) |
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09-01-2013, 01:02 AM | #5 | ||
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i have numerous pc's. im runnin windows 7 and 8. osx. chrome and umbuntu all on various pc's. i was leary at first about getting the chromebook but its awesome. kinda the point anyway. you can wipe it and run it from a usb but i dont see why you would. the chromebook is awesome man. its fast. app based store it all in the cloud. if you want to run linux you can but i would keep chrome. just an opinion |
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10-28-2013, 12:07 AM | #6 | |||
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Should go just fine, but I wonder- the Chromebook has the Chrome[Linux] operating system on it, which can be configured to fit your needs as well. |
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11-04-2013, 10:52 AM | #7 | ||
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Great find! I would definitely check to assure the warranty was not voided with a different OS installed.
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