On the Internet we can't tell your experience level, so forgive the following advice if you know this already (or for other folks looking at this thread).
A Chromebook has limited capability. For example, it wouldn't cut it as a replacement for my Windows computer on which I run a number of applications that won't run on a Chromebook. But 50% of what I do with my computer just involves using an Internet browser, and a Chromebook works great for that, in addition to my regular computer. Instead of being secluded in my office I can grab the Chromebook and sit with the rest of the family.
Chris
Right Tool for the Job :thumbsup:.
There are work-arounds available (Crossover for Win, external hardware add-ons.....) but if you are buying one for for a no hassle, flip on and go experience, that is not what many/most people want to mess with.
Adjunct unit for feet-up in the family room browsing, first unit ever for a non-tech Sr. Citizen, as described here - excellent target uses, IMO.
I've been out of the Corporate Game for some time, so have no compelling reason to
need a heavy-weight Win application at the moment, so a Cbook is potentially a good fit in
my hands. As covered, YMMV.
I like options..... where something like Crossover appeals to an olde-tyme hardware hacker like me is for a scenario like this - let's say I buy a Cbook, start using it as my primary personal machine, then 6 months down the road I pick up a temporary side-job where I need to use some light-weight Win application for data entry. Crossover could allow me to run the mandatory app short-term, until the job ends, or turns into something bigger.
In tractor terms, sometimes you really do need a 300+hp ag-tractor. Much of the time though, many of us do just fine with something much lighter/cheaper/and easier to park indoors.
Rgds, D.
