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The latest Linux kernel is headed to Chromebooks in the very near future and that’s a big deal

Submitted by Rianne Schestowitz on Tuesday 10th of December 2019 09:35:25 PM Filed under
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For those of you who may not be familiar with the subject, Google’s Chrome OS that powers millions of Chromebooks is built on the Linux kernel. I’ll save you the long-winded explanation of what the Linux kernel is and how it works for two reasons. One, it would take all day. Two, I’m not a developer and I would likely confuse myself and you in the process. Apart from numerous Linux distributions and Chrome OS, the Linux kernel is at the heart of the Android operating system as well as various embedded devices and products such as smart TVs and webcams.

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