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i've been using a samsung chromebook plus since it launched until now... and it's end-of-support next month. being a typical human with low funds for new gear, i WAS considering a new chromebook of some kind. The chrome drm bullshit doesn't effect me too much as I use this mostly within the linux container, or firefox android version... however, I realize i need to take a stand and not financially support these tyrants.
so, what are my options? a pinebook running debian? are there any good netbooks out there? I don't use this thing for games or streaming media at all - mostly ssh, some browsing, etc. it's about time I take the final steps to de-goog my life.
Install Linux on your current chromebook. If the hardware is still good that's a no-brainer in my book.
i'm in the middle of this process now, and just frustrating myself. i've forgotten too much of the inner workings of the kernel - that is, my old knowledge doesn't apply anymore. I've got a dualboot working, but can't for the life of me get the wifi module to load. not relevant to this thread, so i won't dirty it up. but, thank you for getting my head in the right space!
i will, somehow, get some flavor working
Used thinkpads (like the T480) are a great choice.
I use Manjaro Cinnamon on mine.
Get a used Thinkpad. They run Debian well!