Now, there are 3 options to choose from; First, you have your "illustrious" Windows computers. They are the mainstream computer and are generally the most prefered in a business environment, as it has access to your powerhouse Office tools. Next, there's the streamlined Macbooks, which carry powerful displays and a wide variety of useful applications and programs that for a VERY high cost, can do the same, if not a better job than any Window's computer.
Then, you have Chromebooks; a rather new addition to the PC family.
Chromebooks were released in 2011 as a "Tab-Puter" (or whatever). Basically they have the ability to fully (?) access the web and do basic computer operations, but remain portable and cheap. Of course, this is all done on Google's very own operating system called Chrome OS. It's simple in design, clean and easy to use; basically the computer OS that your grandma can learn to use in as little as 5 min. The design allows for super fast boot up time and since it uses your Google Account to operate, it will sync everything to your device and it becomes integrated into the system.
Chromebooks were released in 2011 as a "Tab-Puter" (or whatever). Basically they have the ability to fully (?) access the web and do basic computer operations, but remain portable and cheap. Of course, this is all done on Google's very own operating system called Chrome OS. It's simple in design, clean and easy to use; basically the computer OS that your grandma can learn to use in as little as 5 min. The design allows for super fast boot up time and since it uses your Google Account to operate, it will sync everything to your device and it becomes integrated into the system.
For some, the Chromebook is viewed as a simple twig on the tree; in terms of specifications, they're generally weak (there are exceptions) and they carry no compatibility for large scale programs and applications such as Microsoft Office or other mainstream programs. This is because the operating system that it carries (Chrome OS), uses the web as it's power source. Basically, anything and everything that you do on the Chromebook will be done online, and the theory behind it is that the web can provide infinite possibilities in terms of applications and programing. All you need is a Google Account and you are basically set for the duration of your ride. This in turn can become it's greatest weakness, as it requires a constant connection to a wi-fi hotspot AND a Google Account to use your device in full.
On the other hand, it can do plenty of things that will satisfy the majority of consumers. It can store and play music, play movies, allows for online shopping, can access Netflix and Youtube (among other media services). With Google Docs, you can write documents, create presentations and spreadsheets, etc etc. I have also found that surfing the web is fast and clean. The built in virus protection will protect you from the nastiest of killware, so you need not worry about the many bugs that plague mainstream operating systems. As far as I'm concerned, it's the best damn thing that a young guy such as myself can have. It serves it's worth when it comes to work related projects and it will keep me entertained for as long as I own the device. As far as wi-fi, it isn't hard to find a hotspot these days, especially if you live in a large city.
I can say that Chromebooks are perfect for those who are looking for a cheap computer that can do all of your basic stuff and a little more, yet still have the entertainment power you would find on a normal laptop or desktop. I also see this device as a perfect companion for schools; they're cheaper than the standard Dell package and offer far more than your standard Dell package, and quite frankly, Chromebooks are far superior to anything that Dell can muster up.
So, to summarize; Chromebooks: Good
Dell: Bad
Therefore: Buy a Chromebook!
On the other hand, it can do plenty of things that will satisfy the majority of consumers. It can store and play music, play movies, allows for online shopping, can access Netflix and Youtube (among other media services). With Google Docs, you can write documents, create presentations and spreadsheets, etc etc. I have also found that surfing the web is fast and clean. The built in virus protection will protect you from the nastiest of killware, so you need not worry about the many bugs that plague mainstream operating systems. As far as I'm concerned, it's the best damn thing that a young guy such as myself can have. It serves it's worth when it comes to work related projects and it will keep me entertained for as long as I own the device. As far as wi-fi, it isn't hard to find a hotspot these days, especially if you live in a large city.
I can say that Chromebooks are perfect for those who are looking for a cheap computer that can do all of your basic stuff and a little more, yet still have the entertainment power you would find on a normal laptop or desktop. I also see this device as a perfect companion for schools; they're cheaper than the standard Dell package and offer far more than your standard Dell package, and quite frankly, Chromebooks are far superior to anything that Dell can muster up.
So, to summarize; Chromebooks: Good
Dell: Bad
Therefore: Buy a Chromebook!
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