Chromebook goes on sale

Chromebook goes on sale
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Summary The first laptop running Google's Chrome operating system has gone on sale in the United States.

The first laptop running Google s Chrome operating system has gone on sale in the United States.Many applications available for Windows, Mac and Linux do not yet exist for Chrome. Google claims that the technology enables a new way of computing, removing the need for features such as anti-virus software or optical drives.The Samsung machine replaces installed software with browser-based apps which store files online. Some early reviews of Google s Chrome OS have criticised the system for its poor usability when offline.The Chromebook is available in WiFi only and WiFi and 3G models for $429 and $499 respectively.

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