When the first set of Chromebooks for sale were announced by both Acer and Samsung at Google I/O conference in May 2011, everyone was skeptical about the thought of a laptop running a strange OS (Chrome OS) that depends primarily on the internet to function. Over the years and with the introduction of several lines of chromebooks, more people are buying it. In this part of the world especially here in Nigeria, the idea of a PC running anything other than Windows is alien. So, let me introduce you to Google Chromebooks.
WHAT IS A CHROMEBOOK?
A Chromebook is a laptop running Google's Chrome OS. Chrome OS is based on a linux kernel and uses Google Cgrome browser with an integrated media player. The OS has limited offline usability but has a fast boot time, booting up in less than 5 seconds. The OS doesn't install traditional applications like word processing apps or instant messaging, instead users add web apps from the chrome web app store. Just like you do on the Google chrome browser on your PC.
Like most regular PCs, it supports plug and play feature for the USB so you can use your camera, mouse, external drives etc easily with the device. Also, despite the device needing the internet to perform most of the functions, users are able to access any apps which support offline mode. Most Google apps like Drive, Maps, Calendar, Keep and Gmail are usable offline along with built in music player, photo editor and games like Angry Birds.
FEATURES
PRICES
Chromebooks despite the eye catching features have relatively low prices compared to other laptops. The price of most chromebooks range from $199 - $349. That's about N36,000 - N63,000 according to current exchange rates. Some chromebooks like the Samsung Chromebook supports sim for 3G usage.
SUMMARY
In summary, chromebooks are wonderful less expensive alternatives to common laptop. But in countries like Nigeria were internet is not readily available at fast speeds, there could be a problem with the usage. In the nearest future, chromebooks may become the next big thing ahead of PCs and Macs.
Although less popular in the Nigerian market, the pricing and features have attracted some users to acquiring the device. Most top laptop makers like Asus, Samsung, Lenovo, HP, Toshiba all have various designs and models of chromebooks for sale. The big question still remains, are you ready to step up to an internet based device?
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WHAT IS A CHROMEBOOK?
A Chromebook is a laptop running Google's Chrome OS. Chrome OS is based on a linux kernel and uses Google Cgrome browser with an integrated media player. The OS has limited offline usability but has a fast boot time, booting up in less than 5 seconds. The OS doesn't install traditional applications like word processing apps or instant messaging, instead users add web apps from the chrome web app store. Just like you do on the Google chrome browser on your PC.
Like most regular PCs, it supports plug and play feature for the USB so you can use your camera, mouse, external drives etc easily with the device. Also, despite the device needing the internet to perform most of the functions, users are able to access any apps which support offline mode. Most Google apps like Drive, Maps, Calendar, Keep and Gmail are usable offline along with built in music player, photo editor and games like Angry Birds.
- Extremely Fast booting
- Built in Popular Google apps like Gmail, Google Drive etc.
- Integrated web store for nstallvng apps
- Easy account management and switching with support for Guest Mode.
- Seamless Syncing with other device for easy use
- Easily access apps on your other PC (not running Chrome OS) via Chrome Remote Desktop
- Built- in protection, therefore no need for need for anti-virus softwares
- Long Battery life
PRICES
Chromebooks despite the eye catching features have relatively low prices compared to other laptops. The price of most chromebooks range from $199 - $349. That's about N36,000 - N63,000 according to current exchange rates. Some chromebooks like the Samsung Chromebook supports sim for 3G usage.
SUMMARY
In summary, chromebooks are wonderful less expensive alternatives to common laptop. But in countries like Nigeria were internet is not readily available at fast speeds, there could be a problem with the usage. In the nearest future, chromebooks may become the next big thing ahead of PCs and Macs.
Although less popular in the Nigerian market, the pricing and features have attracted some users to acquiring the device. Most top laptop makers like Asus, Samsung, Lenovo, HP, Toshiba all have various designs and models of chromebooks for sale. The big question still remains, are you ready to step up to an internet based device?
Questions or Comments? Visit the comments box below!
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