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I won’t ditch my Chromebook for ‘semi-skimmed’ Windows

I struggle to understand the logic of Microsoft building different operating systems for both basic and more powerful computers (‘Question of the Fortnight’, Issue 655, pictured right). If its strategy with a basic version of Windows is to take on Chromebooks, then I’m afraid it has already lost that battle. Chromebooks have millions of devoted fans who appreciate how Google has kept ChromeOS simple, fast and familiar.

I use both my Chromebook and my Windows desktop PC every day. They compliment each other perfectly. The former is a great device for browsing the web. The latter is the best device ever built for running advanced programs like image and video editors. I’m not going to ditch my Chromebook

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