The process involves placing a version of the Android operating system, specifically compiled for x86 architecture, onto a Chromebook. This entails creating a bootable medium, modifying boot settings, and partitioning the device’s storage. The purpose is to run Android applications and the Android operating system environment on hardware typically designed for ChromeOS.
The ability to achieve this enables access to a broader range of applications than typically available on ChromeOS alone. It also provides an alternative operating system environment should the user prefer or require it. Historically, this was achieved through dual-booting or virtual machines, but direct installation offers performance advantages by eliminating virtualization overhead.