How to change the Debian version for Crostini on a Chromebook


Today we are looking at how to change the Debian version for Crostini on a Chromebook.  Crostini is the Linux Development platform on a Chromebook.  The Current options are Debian 9 (stretch), 10 (buster), and 11 (bullseye).  Please follow the video/audio guide as a tutorial where we explain the process step by step and use the commands below.

You need to start this tutorial in a new Linux Apps session.

If you have any questions, please contact us via a YouTube comment and we would be happy to assist you!

Update:  With the release of Chrome OS 96, Debian 9 (stretch) was sadly removed from the list.

Command Used:
sudo apt update

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