Not every computer is made for new gaming products. For weak devices and office laptops, a free operating system, Chrome Os Flex, was developed, the functionality of which is very limited. But even in such an environment, you can install games and applications, which we will discuss in this guide.
What is Chrome OS Flex
Chrome OS Flex is Google's latest free operating system aimed at revitalizing older PCs and laptops that no longer support modern software. Based on Linux and formerly known as Cloudready by Neverware, it offers an intuitive interface through the Chrome browser and is capable of running web applications, as well as some Linux and Android applications.
It can be easily and quickly installed on a single device or configured to manage an entire office. All user actions will be stored in the cloud, so you can return to your desktop with your entire installed set of programs anytime, anywhere. To update your device, you only need a bootable USB drive.
In the future, Google plans to expand the functionality of OS Flex, including advanced game support, to compete with Microsoft in the market. However, now you can install some projects - our guide will help you with this.
How to install a game through the online store
To install games officially, you'll need the Chrome Web Store. In addition to them, you can find free applications here, many of which are available in Russian. You won’t be able to dig up any masterpieces, but the collected games will help you reboot at work, even on a weak device.
- Open the Chrome Web Store in the Chrome browser.
- Use the search bar to find the game you want to install.
- Select the app, then click the Install or Add to Chrome button to begin the installation process.
- Once installed, it will be available in your list of Chrome OS Flex apps.
It is worth understanding that Chrome OS Flex is focused primarily on web applications and support for Android applications, so access to games may be limited depending on their compatibility with the operating system.
How to install Linux
If you are not interested in secondary applications, then you will have to expand the capabilities of the operating system. To do this, you need to enable the Linux virtual machine, which will help bypass many restrictions. To activate it, do the following:
- In the right corner of the taskbar, click on the time to open a pop-up menu;
- Click on the gear to open settings;
- In the window that opens, select “Advanced” ;
- Click “For Developers” ;
- Enable the Linux development environment by clicking on the corresponding button on the right;
- Click "Next" ;
- You can leave the recommended disk size for the system. If you don't have enough, this option can be changed in the settings;
- Confirm your choice by clicking Install.
How to install games and applications through a Linux virtual machine
- Open a terminal ;
- Type "sudo apt install --install-suggests gnome-software" without quotes and press Enter ;
- Confirm your entry by writing the letter “Y” to complete the installation;
- You can now launch the Gnome App Center and select the games or apps you want.
How to install games and applications through the terminal
- sudo apt install gimp - Gimp graphic editor;
- sudo apt install vlc - VLC video player;
- sudo apt install kdenlive - kdenlive video editor;
- sudo apt install transmission-daemon - torrent client.
How to Install Steam in Chrome Os Flex
- sudo apt update ;
- sudo apt upgrade ;
- sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386 ;
- sudo nano /etc/apt/sources.list ;
- deb http://deb.debian.org/debian/ bullseye main non-free contrib deb-src http://deb.debian.org/debian/ bullseye main non-free contrib ;
- deb http://security.debian.org/debian-security bullseye/updates main contrib non-free deb-src http://security.debian.org/debian-security bullseye/updates main contrib non-free ;
- sudo apt update ;
- sudo apt install steam.
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