Can I install windows on that? null

Short answer: Maybe someday, but with warranty voiding effort. Longer answer: If the this model become supported by a 3rd party BIOS/UEFI firmware (such as MrChromeBox - do an internet search) then maybe Windows or Linux can be installed. You would have to disable the "write protect" on the Chromebook (sometimes removing a screw) and overwrite the factory firmware enabling other operating systems to be installed. It is not difficult. HOWEVER/Warning, it is unknown if Windows or Linux will support ALL of the specific hardware of this Chromebook. For example the sound or wifi chips. I suspect they will, but no guarantees. Note, the prior model (CB515-1W) is supported by MrChromeBox so it is possible this one will be in the future.

Why would you want to? Chromebook is an alternative to a PC and a good one.

No. Chrome only. That's a good thing

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Short answer: Maybe someday, but with warranty voiding effort. Longer answer: If the this model become supported by a 3rd party BIOS/UEFI firmware (such as MrChromeBox - do an internet search) then maybe Windows or Linux can be installed. You would have to disable the "write protect" on the Chromebook (sometimes removing a screw) and overwrite the factory firmware enabling other operating systems to be installed. It is not difficult. HOWEVER/Warning, it is unknown if Windows or Linux will support ALL of the specific hardware of this Chromebook. For example the sound or wifi chips. I suspect they will, but no guarantees. Note, the prior model (CB515-1W) is supported by MrChromeBox so it is possible this one will be in the future.
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Why would you want to? Chromebook is an alternative to a PC and a good one.
Answered by Anonymous 2 years ago
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No. Chrome only. That's a good thing
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