Google developed the Chrome Browser for Linus. It was first released in 2008, and since then it has become the most popular browser on the internet.
Google Chrome is available on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android operating systems. However, you can only install Google Chrome on Linux using an Ubuntu-based distribution.
There are two ways to install Google Chrome in Ubuntu:
1) Use the Terminal to download the installer from Google’s website and run it manually;
2) Use a third-party application like Nautilus or Synaptic Package Manager to download and install it from your distribution’s software repositories.
Best Chrome Extensions Every Linux User Needs
We list two of the best chrome extensions for Linux users.
1. User-Agent Switcher for Chrome
The User-Agent Switcher extension for Chrome lets you spoof the browser’s identification to appear like a different browser or device. It can be used to access sites that are blocked on particular devices or browsers, or to log into sites that require you to use a specific browser or device.
2. Web Developer Toolbar for Firefox
The Web Developer Toolbar is an extension for Firefox that provides various web development tools such as an HTML and CSS editor, DOM Inspector, and JavaScript Debugger in one toolbar panel. It also has features such as color picker, screen capture, text editor with syntax
What’s Missing from Google Chrome’s Linux Version?
Chrome OS is a Google operating system that runs on a Chromebook. Chrome OS was designed to be an operating system that provides the benefits of both a general-purpose computer operating system and a laptop or netbook.
The Linux version of Chrome is not as popular as the Windows version, but it does have some features that are not available in the Windows version. Here are three features that are missing from the Linux version.
1) The Linux browser does not support extensions from the Chrome Web Store, which means you cannot use any of those extensions like AdBlock or LastPass with this browser.
2) You can’t use voice commands to search for something in your browser history or open new tabs like you can with some other browsers like Vivaldi and Opera.
Salient features of Chrome for Linux users
1. It’s Easy To Install and Update
Google Chrome is a browser that lets you surf the web, watch videos, and manage your online life.
Google Chrome is a browser that lets you surf the web, watch videos, and manage your online life. It’s easy to install and update.
2. It Has Security Features That Other Linux Browsers Lack
The browser has a built-in ad blocker, which can be turned on and off. It also has an inbuilt malware blocker that blocks any potential threats to your computer.
It also supports a VPN service, which secures your computer and the internet connection. It hides your IP address and encrypts all data passing through it, so no one can spy on you online.
3. It Supports Multiple Languages And Keyboard Layouts Out of the Box
The browser supports multiple languages and keyboard layouts out of the box. This means that users can write in their native language and use the right keyboard layout.
This benefits users unfamiliar with English or prefer to use another language when writing. This also means that they do not have to download any additional software to be able to do so.
4. It’s the Fastest Linux Web Browser In Town
As you probably know, Linux is a free and open-source operating system. It is often used as the foundation for other operating systems. Linux is also known to be the fastest web browser in town.
5. Its Extensions Allow You To Do Tasks Faster And More Efficiently
Firefox and Chrome extensions are the best ways to make your browsing experience more efficient. Extensions are small programs that modify the functionality of a browser. They can make it easier to use some websites or add new features to a browser.
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