In this video, I’ll explain how to turn a Microsoft Surface GO 2 into a fully fledged Linux tablet. I’ll talk about initial steps, the installation and about how to get a usable virtual keyboard and an optimized Gnome desktop.
In addition, you can learn how to install additional drivers for your device (the GO 2 works out of the box, but newer Surface models won’t) and how to make the cameras work.
Chapters:
0:07: Preview / Intro
1:19: Surface GO 2: specs
2:13: Why did I buy this particular device?
3:34: Requirements
4:23: Choosing a linux distro
6:00: Updating Windows to update the firmware
6:36: Changing the bios settings
7:40: Booting Linux from the USB stick (using Windows)
10:13: Getting a decent virtual keyboard (Improved OSK = gnome extension)
14:14: Gnome tweaks
15:27: Adapting the settings for a low-spec device
19:04: Installing the surface-kernel for better hardware support
21:03: Replacing the snap version of Firefox
24:14: Enabling the cameras
Terminal commands…