If you’re in the market for a new laptop, your first decision should be which operating system you prefer. For most people, this is a straight fight between Windows and macOS, but what about ChromeOS?
Google’s stripped-back operating system first launched back in 2011, but it’s come a long way since then. While still best known for budget devices, there are now several premium Chromebooks available.
It’s important to be aware of the limitations of ChromeOS, namely its relatively limited support for third-party apps. It’s also heavily reliant on the Internet and cloud storage, even if you can now use them while offline.
But if you just need a laptop for general everyday tasks, a Chromebook could be for you. And with most Chromebooks getting around eight years of
