So in short, if you want a "true" Arch system and don’t want Chrome OS, don’t buy a Chromebook.
PS: you can also flash the BIOS in order to have a regular BIOS, but you will need to crack open the device and this will cancel the warranty, so it’s not a good idea.
]]>My laptop recently broke and now i wanted to buy a netbook but im seeing that the hardware seems weak until i saw this Acer ac700 for $350
Specs:
11.6” HD Widescreen CineCrystal™ LED-backlit LCD: (1366 x 768) resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio
Dual-core Intel® Processor
2GB DDR3 Memory
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3150
16GB Solid State Drive
1.3 Megapixel HD Webcam (1280 x 1024)
High-Definition Audio Support
Two Built-in Speakers
802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™
2- USB 2.0 Ports
1- HDMI™ Port
Full-sized Chrome Keyboard with dedicated keys for the web
Oversized, Multi-touch Touchpad
Memory card slot for storing photos, music, and video
6 hours of continuous use
3.2 lbs (system unit only)
the thing is, im using arch for 3 years now and i cant live without it and i refuse to use that Chrome OS crap, i know this question may seem stupid but can i install Arch on this computer?? Since chrome OS is linux based im guessing yes but i read on the internet a guy saying this to a similar question (but with ubuntu):
Just an FYI to save other hassle: It's my understanding that unless you want to install a BIOS chip you're stuck with the chrome OS kernel, and can only replace the userspace with Ubuntu. Depending on what you need/want this may be enough, or it may not be. But if you're expecting to just make a normal Ubuntu install, don't. Chrome OS netbooks apparently can't even boot from USB keys
http://superuser.com/questions/303509/u … ss-machine
This might seems mean but i dont really trust ubuntu users so i wanted to ask for your help.
Im sorry for my poor english
tanks in advance
EDIT: Do u think 16 GB for system and programs + 2GB of dropbox (for my college things) + 320 external hd for media and stuff is more than enouph?, since i dont have any linux at home now can u tell me how big is OpenOffice or LibreOffice (whatever is called now) installation on HD
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