It is my understanding that some Chromebooks might be locked in such a way that installation of Linux might NOT be an option or the might be a high chance of bricking the device.
At least that was the case with my Chromebook.
So, once OS updates are unavailable, the machine might become a weak link from security standpoint or stop running some software.
Chromebook is still a great option, but be careful with very old ones.
Dedicated gaming machine or dual boot is a way to go.
I played steam on Arch and one update of OS and game stops working.
Despite claims, Windows gets better outcomes. I played a lot of World of Tanks Blitz and the same hardware on Linux was significantly lower graphics quality and FPS compared to Windows.
In short: Ukraine is on the path to loose, it is loosing. Current levels of western support is not sufficient. Population support is dwindling.
Let’s save face by freezing conflict at current lines.
The article completely dismisses official Russian position, that is glossed over in western news sources in the 1st place: Ukraine must accept new Russian territory, withdraw its troops from this territory.
Article called current Russian position as maximalist, but when announced it was pointed out that it is actually a minimalist position. Putin stated directly that as Russia advances on the ground, conditions will change.
The article is a feeble attempt at getting closer to reality on the ground.
Total is $398 bundle with lower end fan. It is comparable.
The choice will be driven by hardware characteristics for me. Power vs performance questions. If performance is roughly the same, then I will prefer lower power consumption.
Let’s remember all the laughs about friendly Russian fire and doubts surrounding that claim.