ChromeOS Archives

How to Install Android Apps on Your Chromebook

Over the past year Google has been letting you install the Play Store and run Android apps on your Chromebook. If you own a Chromebook, read on to see how to install Android apps on your device.

Chrome OS vs. Windows 10 S: Which Is Right for You?

With Microsoft releasing Windows 10 S as a budget laptop, you might wonder whether to get ChromeOS or Windows 10 S. Let’s find out their differences.

10 Alternatives to Your Favorite Windows Apps on Chrome OS

For those who have switched to Chrome OS from Windows, this article will go over some of the popular alternatives to Windows apps for Chrome OS.

How to Convert Your Old Laptop into a Chromebook with CloudReady

There comes a point where your laptop’s best days are behind it, but you can convert your old laptop to a Chromebook and give it a new lease on life. Here’s how.

6 Reasons to Switch to Chromebook (and Chrome OS)

Wondering what’s so great about Chromebooks and Chrome OS? Here are 6 reasons why you may want to consider getting a Google Chromebook.

Make the Most Out of Your Chromebook with GalliumOS

GalliumOS: The Linux Distro Specially Designed for Chromebook

Bored with Chrome OS? GalliumOS is a specialized Linux distribution based on Ubuntu for Chromebooks only. Is it worth using? Let’s find out!

Combine Chrome OS and Ubuntu with Chromixium OS

What do you get when you combine Chrome OS and Ubuntu? Chromixium OS! This review will show you all that this unique Linux distro has to offer.

How to Switch Chrome OS Software Channels to Test Out New Features

How to Switch Chrome OS Software Channels to Test New Features

Are you on a Chromebook, Chromebox or Chrometop & interested in checking out the latest features for Chrome OS? Here’s how to do that by switching channels.

How to Auto-start Crouton When Loading ChromeOS

So, you’ve installed Crouton on your Chromebook. Now, how about making that Linux install just a little bit more useful by enabling auto-start. Here’s how.

10 Chromebook Keyboard Shortcuts and Hidden Features to Boost Your Productivity

Chromebooks are handy devices that when used properly can help to boost your productivity. Here are 10 Chromebook keyboard shortcuts to get you started.

Install Android Applications Directly on Chromebook Using Arc Welder

How to Install Android Applications Directly on Chromebook

Arc Welder is a Chrome extension that lets you install Android applications on a Chromebook using App Runtime for Chrome, ARC. Here’s how it works.

How to Map a Crouton Installation to An External Device (Chromebook)

The problem with a Chromebook is its low storage space. The good news is, you can easily setup Crouton installations (for Linux) on an external device. Here’s how.

How to Run Linux in a Window on your Chromebook

You might be aware that it’s possible to run a Linux distribution on your Chromebook. but what if you could run Linux in a window? Well, now you can!

How to Create Swap on a Chromebook

Chromebook doesn’t come with a lot of memory, but here’s a quick fix. You can create swap to solve the memory issue. Here’s how it is done.

Five Cool Things You Didn’t Know Chrome OS Could Do

There are quite a few features that can be enabled in the experimental section of Chrome OS. Want to change which side of the screen your launcher is on? Wish your touchpad supported more gestures? Read on to find out about five great features Chrome OS already supports that are buried away under its settings.