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> It runs Windows 8 and only Windows 8, so unlike a MacBook or even a small Dell notebook, Linux isn't an option. It's locked down in the worst possible way, mo
by recoiledsnake 14y ago
> It runs Windows 8 and only Windows 8, so unlike a MacBook or even a small Dell notebook, Linux isn't an option. It's locked down in the worst possible way, more like an iPad than an Air.
Is that speculation or do you have a reference for that?
- astrodust 14y agoIt's still speculation until someone confirms it, but as far as I can tell, UEFI is a requirement for Windows 8, and it's not good: http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/news/software/3374039/installing-linux-on-windows-8-pcs-no-easy-answers/ http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/news/software/3374039/installing-... It's possible that a Linux certification for UEFI will come about, but that will mean you're restricted to certain flavors of Linux and not able to freely install whatever.
- recoiledsnake 14y agoYou can turn off secure boot in the settings and run whatever you want to.
- gambiting 14y agoAny reference to that?