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Linux for an X86 Tablet

ExplainingComputers via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the process of running Linux on an x86 tablet, specifically a Microsoft Surface, with a focus on achieving a good onscreen keyboard (OSK) experience. Follow along as the presenter researches and experiments with various Linux distributions, including Plasma Mobile, JingOS, Ubuntu Touch, PostMarketOS, Ubuntu, Manjaro, and Linux Mint. Learn about the challenges and solutions encountered during the installation process, with particular attention given to the Onboard onscreen keyboard. Discover how to achieve a functional and nearly final installation, complete with chapters covering different aspects of the journey from introduction to the final Linux Mint and Onboard setup.

Syllabus

Introduction
Mobile Linux
Plasma Mobile
JingOS
Ubuntu & Manjaro
Linux Mint
Onboard keyboard in Manjaro
Final Linux Mint / Onboard installation

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ExplainingComputers

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