While Google dominates many areas, other options do exist. I take a look at Google service alternatives to Gmail, Google Docs, and more.
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Tag: Chromebook
Tips to beef up your computer’s security (and avoid ransomware)
Ransomware’s the latest in a line of increased security risks for computers. I’ve listed some basic tips on how to increase your PC’s security.
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Microsoft announces Windows 10 S to take on Chrome OS
Microsoft’s announced the debut of Windows 10 S, a locked-down, school-friendly version of Windows meant to take on Chromebooks. Does it have a chance?
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Web-based tax filing for Linux and Chromebook users
I look at several popular ways for Linux and Chrome OS users to perform web-based income tax filing, as well as the costs of each service.
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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 has increased even more since upgrading to a Toshiba Chromebook model earlier this year, giving me a Chromebook with the specs of a low-end laptop, versus the Acer’s netbook specs.
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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[…]
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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[…]
Read more 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[…]
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Top 10 tech posts for 2015
Finishing up my “year in review” series of blog posts, here’s a look at the top 10 tech posts written in 2015.
My previous posts about the Roku streaming devices have seemed popular, so not surprised to see this one top the list. Also popular are discussions of digital comics and Comixology, streaming video services, and writing about my experiences with a Chromebook. As usual, offering tech tips and setup guides are also well liked.
Read more Chromebooks now majority of US school computer purchases
A report from Futuresource Consulting states that Chromebooks, as of the third quarter of 2015, now occupy a majority of[…]
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