Chromebooks buying guide
Meet Chromebook - powered by ChromeOS, every Chromebook features your favorite Google apps, stress-free security, and speed you can rely on.
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Discover Chromebook
From deadlines to downtime, Chromebooks let you do it all with your favourite Google apps and features, stress-free security, and speed you can rely on.
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Fast Boot starts you up in under 10 seconds for more doing, less waiting. Jump right into note-taking, binge-watching and more.
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Fortified with layers of built-in protection, Chromebooks help keep viruses out. Stress-free like security should be.
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Popular apps for streaming, gaming, creating, and staying organised are available on Google Play.
Features of the Chromebook - great for study
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The Everything Button
Chromebooks have one button that will help you find what you need - and fast.
Family Link
Set digital ground rules for children using Chromebooks, such as screen time limits.
Touchscreen
The perfect feature for those on-the-go, swipe, tap and scroll.
Simple set-up
Log into your Google Account - all your Google Drive files and Chrome preferences will follow!
Automatic backup
Google Drive will automatically save when using Google Docs, Sheets or Slides.
Long battery life
Work and play with up to 12 hours on a single charge!
Features of the Chromebook - ideal for working at home
Security, built in
Featuring built-in virus protection and secure support for multiple users.
Picture-in-picture viewing
Catch up on emails, whilst watching your fave TV show with picture-in-picture viewing.
Microsoft Office - compatible
Whether it’s Word or Excel®, you can easily find the apps on the web.
Offline access
No Wi-Fi? No problems! Pre-download content and enable offline access.
Ready when you are
Not only do Chromebooks boot up in seconds, they also update automatically.
Instant tethering
Instant Tethering will keep you connected to your phone’s Wi-Fi hotspot, automatically.
Chromebook FAQs
Chromebooks operate on Chrome OS, a Linux-based operating system developed by Google. Chrome OS is designed primarily for web browsing and cloud-based computing, with native support for Google's suite of productivity tools like Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
Yes, you can use Microsoft Office applications on a Chromebook. While Chromebooks natively support Google's productivity suite, you can also access Microsoft Office applications through the web or by downloading them from the Google Play Store. Additionally, Microsoft offers web-based versions of Office applications that are compatible with Chromebooks.
Chromebooks are inherently more secure than traditional laptops due to their sandboxed architecture and automatic updates. Chrome OS employs multiple layers of security measures to protect against malware and viruses. As a result, Chromebooks typically do not require antivirus software. However, users should still exercise caution when browsing the web and downloading files to minimize security risks.