
These are the most important specs and factors to be aware of. When shopping for a Chromebook, you'll note less hardware variety than with Windows machines. If Chrome has been looking like a good fit for your business, it just got even better. Intel-powered Chromebooks can now enjoy the same security and management tools offered on other business laptops, without the hassle of Windows. Schools have long taken advantage of Chrome's easy-to-use fleet management tools, but business users got a huge boost when Intel launched vPro Enterprise for Chrome. And although easy access to an always-on internet connection is a must for Chromebooks, you're able to perform most standard tasks offline and sync up later on, so you don't have to slow or stop your work if there's an internet-connectivity hiccup. Chrome OS updates also take just seconds to complete, rather than the minutes or hours you may have to wait on macOS and Windows to do their update thing. For all intents and purposes, you're immune to the viruses and other malware that so often plague vulnerable Windows systems. One primary benefit of running exclusively web-based software is security. (If you're scouting older or discounted Chromebooks, be aware of this key distinction Android-app support is a relatively recent development, and you should check this list (Opens in a new window) to make sure any older model you're eyeing supports it.) This means Microsoft Office is now available on many Chromebooks via the Google Play store for Chrome, a revolution in functionality that removes one of the last barriers preventing productivity devotees from switching to Chrome OS.
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With just a few clicks, your Chromebook can have almost as much functionality as a budget Windows laptop, and you even can install any app designed for the Android mobile OS on most Chromebooks.

This also means you don't have to deal with downloading and installing traditional software if you can't do something on or within a standard webpage, chances are you will be able to from one of the thousands of apps and extensions available to Chrome OS users. Because you'll be visiting websites and running programs all from Chrome OS, which is basically a souped-up version of the Chrome web browser, the technical barrier to entry is low. Most Chromebooks don't pack impressive hardware, but they also rarely require it.

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