crostini-kde-setup

Initialize a Chromebook Linux container to run KDE Apps (by joedefen)

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  • VS Code on Lenovo ideaPad duet 5?
    1 project | /r/chromeos | 22 Jun 2023
    because they come rather bare, you'll have to do some setup for your Crostini containers (e.g., I use crostini-kde-setup: Initialize a Chromebook Linux container to run KDE Apps since I like the KDE apps),
  • I have a chromeOS problem
    1 project | /r/chromeos | 3 Jun 2023
    Hmmm: * re: "what are you using them for?" I have Chromebooks in several rooms for convenience. Besides the obvious browsing, google docs, etc., I run Crostini with a few KDE apps (using CROSTINI KDE SETUP) and Linux games (e.g., Aisleriot). I use the KDE apps to access my Linux server for management, etc. * re: "why are chromeboxes not more popular?" (1) Every time I considered a Chromebox, they seem poor values (I think the volume is too low for good pricing). (2) They have a AUE which devalues them. * aside: it seems the price differential has shrunk between a Windows laptop and Chromebook of similar specs; the hassle of Crostini makes Chromebooks about as much maintenance as Linux (on a repurposed Windows laptop) and the Linux/Windows laptops don't have AUE. So, in my case, I've bought my last Chromebook (unless the status quo is disturbed).
  • How do I get rid of these "ghost" icons from my Chromebook shelf?
    1 project | /r/chromeos | 6 May 2023
    For reasons I don't understand, sometimes the Linux icons do not get mapped correctly. More or less, you can move all the .desktop files, sleep a bit, and put them back, and that might fix them. Personally, I use crostini-kde-setup to prep my linux container and do maintenance. To roll-your-own, its maintcli uses these commands:
  • So Restoring Crostini has been at 100% now for 45 mins.
    1 project | /r/chromeos | 9 Apr 2023
    Probably, too little, too late (and perhaps not helpful), but I've always found Crostini restores unreliable. In my experience, it helps if you reboot just before the restore, but backups sometimes just don't work. In the best cases, they are time killers because backup/restore is so slow. So, personally, I consider Crostini containers "disposable"; and I use a script to re-install quickly (starting with Crostini-KDE-Setup), and I don't keep any data within the container that is painful to lose.
  • Benefit of Linux?
    1 project | /r/chromeos | 23 Feb 2023
    BTW, I use crostini-kde-setup to set up a usable Linux quickly. Having Discover installed lets you browse and install apps w/o having to learn the Linux command line interface.
  • My first week with a Chromebook was kindda ok
    1 project | /r/chromeos | 22 Aug 2022
    BTW, I normally install crostini-kde-setup, and then "upgrade" to Debian Sid (Debian Testing would be similar). This advances all your apps and the kernel to nearly the latest (rather than pokey old Debian Stable). You can do that upgrade (or similar switch-outs) all yourself with some research.
  • Crouton vs. Crostini and ideal Chromebooks for Linux use
    2 projects | /r/Crostini | 23 Jul 2022
    On the Chromebook, I'd then install https://github.com/joedefen/crostini-kde-setup and run Debian "unstable". Then use the Chromebook/Chrome for what it does best, and augment it with the Linux apps you need (and that provides a good starter set).
  • KDE Desktop on ChromeOS
    1 project | /r/chromeos | 23 May 2022
    i am following this 5 month thread to resolve the same issue https://github.com/joedefen/crostini-kde-setup
  • Flatpak on Play Store for Chrome OS
    1 project | /r/Crostini | 1 Apr 2022
    FYI, an alternate GUI way to install Flatpak itself, manage Flatpaks with Discover (and a GUI for other commonly needed stuff): https://github.com/joedefen/crostini-kde-setup
  • Useful Tools and Programs for Chrome OS
    2 projects | /r/Crostini | 28 Mar 2022
    I personally use https://github.com/joedefen/crostini-kde-setup ... and somehow covers completely different topics, but, for its coverage, it makes doing things a one-button push rather than simply giving instructions.
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