Android is very close to being a full-blown Linux desktop. With the ability to run Linux apps, the OS takes a major step forward. But there is one glaring problem with the feature. I've been waiting ...

Google is developing a Linux terminal app for Android. The Terminal app can be enabled via developer options and will install Debian in a virtual machine. This app is likely intended for Chromebooks ...

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Android is oh-so-close to being a full-blown Linux desktop. There's just one problem with the feature. I’ve been waiting for this moment — and it makes perfect sense. After all, the Android kernel is ...