Re: [libreoffice-users] Re: LO for Chrome OS - i.e. Samsung Chrome Book

Hi :)
Yes, a lot of people misunderstand what dual-booting means.

It does mean keeping the original system intact and easy to reinstate
fully.  It's a bit more complicated than just installing software "onto a
computer" but not by much.  I generally recommend experimenting with some
old computer such as ones relegated to the attic or basement or stuffed
into a cupboard or found in a skip or bought from ebay for a tenner.  It is
possible to make mistakes but defaults generally tend to be designed to
protect existing systems these days.  Back in 2008 it might was a bit
different with some distros but Ubuntu and most others have always been
protective.
Regards from
Tom :)


On 18 April 2014 12:15, Cley Faye <cleyfaye@gmail.com> wrote:

> 2014-04-18 11:39 GMT+02:00 Urmas <davian818@gmail.com>:
>
> > "Cley Faye":
> >
> > > First alternative (easier): it is possible to install Ubuntu (or other
> > > linux OS) on a chromebook.
> >
> > So you propose to the person to turn her expensive device into brick by
> > voiding its warranty? Seriously?
>
> ​Yes, seriously. Sorry if you're shocked.
> And the fact that you decide to install custom software on *your* *own*
> hardware doesn't mean that you're voiding your warranty just because the
> manufacturer told you so. Not all countries have similar laws regarding
> this.
>
> Does I sound a bit extreme here? It's hard to tell, you thrown off my
> balance by saying that voiding a warranty turns a device into brick. Last
> time I installed a piece of software on it, my chromebook was much less
> brick-y than you imply.
>
> Maybe If I did suggest to install windows instead of a linux, your view
> would differ?
>
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