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Sure, technically true, but it's not the same experience as running Debian (for example) on bare metal.

For one thing, ChromeOS refuses to pass through certain USB devices to the Linux container. So if you wanted to customize the settings in your gaming mouse or control a 3D printer, you're out of luck.



I control a 2-axis plotter on a Chromebook without issue. What is the particular problem with 3D printers?

As for the mouse thing, the inability to install persistent malware in your pointing device may be viewed as a feature, frankly.


Interesting! I just guessed that might be an issue. I had trouble using a Razer mouse configuration tool because it was unable to see the USB device.




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