Recommended Google service alternatives
by I’ve used Google and its variety of services a lot in the past; they’re convenient, free to use, and work across all platforms. However, lately …
Tag: Chrome OS
Tips to beef up your computer’s security (and avoid ransomware)
A ransomware attack late last week affected various computers around the world; the hardest hit nation was the United Kingdom. There, hospitals had to turn …
Microsoft announces Windows 10 S to take on Chrome OS
Some time ago, I wrote about how Google’s Chrome OS is now the most popular OS used in American schools. In the past, Microsoft’s tried …
Windows 7 dominates desktops, while Chrome OS rules US schools
Despite being two very different operating systems, Windows 7 and Chrome OS are reportedly doing quite well in two separate areas: global desktop OS share …
Web-based tax filing for Linux and Chromebook users
Tax time is coming up for many Americans. Mac and Windows users have a range of prepackaged tax preparation software to choose from. However, Linux …
My thoughts on two years with a Chromebook
It’s now been about two years since I bought my first Chromebook, the Acer C720. Since then, the lightweight laptop’s been quite useful. Its usefulness …
Five Android apps I want on my Chromebook
Now that the entire range of Google Play Android apps are finally coming to Chrome OS (the operating system Chromebooks use), one question should be …
Android apps are finally coming to Chrome OS
On Wednesday, Google held its annual I/O keynote. There, the company announced various products, including: an Amazon Echo competitor (“Google Home”); some new messaging apps; …
A week with the Toshiba Chromebook 2
Since the summer of 2014, I’ve been using an Acer C720 Chromebook as a secondary computer and my initial delving into Google’s Chrome OS-based computers. …
Chrome OS to be merged with Android
On Thursday, it was reported (initially by the Wall Street Journal) that Google plans to fold Chrome OS into its Android operating system. The goal …