Dell has released a custom version of Google’s Chrome OS, designed to be used on its Mini 10 netbooks. The OS is called ChromiumOS, and it is a small, optimized OS designed to make it easy to browse the web.
The Chromium OS is specifically designed for the Dell Mini 10V, and there is a USB key image file available so you can try it out on your Dell Mini 10. This custom OS aims to provide a streamlined and efficient browsing experience, leveraging the lightweight nature of Chrome OS to deliver quick boot times and a user-friendly interface.
Features of Dell’s ChromiumOS
One of the standout features of Dell’s ChromiumOS is its minimalistic design, which focuses on providing a seamless web browsing experience. The OS is built to be lightweight, ensuring that it runs smoothly even on the relatively modest hardware of the Dell Mini 10V. This makes it an excellent choice for users who primarily use their netbooks for internet-based activities such as browsing, streaming, and using web applications.
The USB key image file, named “ChromiumOS_Mini10v_Nov25.img,” is available for download at: http://linux.dell.com/files/cto. This image file allows users to create a bootable USB drive, which can then be used to install ChromiumOS on their Dell Mini 10V netbooks. The process is straightforward, making it accessible even for users who may not be very tech-savvy.
I have released a USB key image file to: http://linux.dell.com/files/cto. The file name is: “ChromiumOS_Mini10v_Nov25.img.” It contains a functioning image of my USB key loaded with ChromiumOS. In addition, I have made a best effort attempt to get the Broadcom Wi-Fi adapter working in this image. It’s definitely not perfect (read: highly experimental, untested, unstable, yada yada…) but it does appear to function.
Broadcom Wi-Fi Adapter Support
One of the challenges addressed in this custom OS is the support for the Broadcom Wi-Fi adapter. Dell has made a concerted effort to ensure that the Broadcom Wi-Fi adapter works with ChromiumOS, although it is important to note that this support is still in an experimental stage. Users may encounter some instability and untested features, but the Wi-Fi functionality does appear to work, which is a significant step forward for those looking to use this OS on their Mini 10V netbooks.
The inclusion of Wi-Fi support is crucial for a web-centric OS like ChromiumOS, as it allows users to stay connected and make the most of the internet-based features that the OS offers. Despite the experimental nature of this support, it is a promising development that showcases Dell’s commitment to enhancing the usability of ChromiumOS on their hardware.
You can find out more details about the ChromiumOS over at Dell’s official website or the dedicated Linux page where the USB key image file is hosted. This release represents an exciting opportunity for Dell Mini 10V users to experience a new, optimized operating system that is tailored to their device’s capabilities.
via [Geeky Gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/dell-releases-custom-chrome-os-for-mini-10-netbooks-25-11-2009/)
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