This is the laptop in question. It has an x86 processor so basically any distro should work on it. However, it is still a Chromebook which likely means Google fuckery in the BIOS. But it’s great value for the money (can get it $300 off at Costco) and if I can plop Linux on to it then I’d love it.

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Check out https://docs.chrultrabook.com/, you might be able to find what you’re looking for

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Hm, website indicates that it should work but that there may be no audio. Might be a no-go then :(

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Just write a driver for it

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Lol, I wish I could but that level of programming is beyond my abilities.

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Use a distro with the latest kernel, like ubuntu, to have higher chances for this to be supported.

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For this price you can get a high-specs Thinkpad

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Lmao, these are Canadian dollars, remember. Either way, it’s $300 cheaper at Costco than the price listed on HP.

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Yes

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Yes you’ll be fine.

Don’t buy chromebook, but if you’re convinced it’s the right choice you’ll be fine.

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