If one is using a Linux operating system a chroot is an operation that will change the root directory for the current running process and and its branches or "children". One can find more information regarding the usage of chroot on the Wikipedia website.
There aren't any Linux distributions specifically for Chromebooks. Some distros that have a GUI similar to macOS are: elementary OS pearOS Zorin OS (only in Pro version) Ubuntu Budgie
Short answer, no. You can run a few versions of Linux as chroot environments on a Chromebook, but you cannot erase the ChromeOS system and install Linux natively.
Yes, Linux is like an operating system much like Windows OS or Mac OS. Linux is kind of like a community of Operating Systems. A popular OS from Linux is Ubuntu.
Android is a Linux OS
Apple is more popular Linux is ok OS is Crap. There you go! You got an answer!
Ubuntu is a Linux distribution (as in a specific OS setup with the Linux kernel.)
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Most Linux OS's walk you through dual booting. Choose your prefered Linux OS and burn it to a disc and run it. You could also partition your hard drive from the XP side and create a space for your Linux OS to run in. If you are new to Linux, it is recomended to run the OS without actually installing it, that way you can get the feel of Linux without completely installing it.
LINUX and UNIX are vendor independent OS
nokia mobile supports windows OS and the sony erricission ,Motorola supports Linux OS.
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If you are starting and new to Linux try Zorin OS. If you are experienced and know more about and how to use Linux the get Ubuntu.