Chromebooks: How to Decide if a Chromebook Is Right For You
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Chromebooks With the Chrome OS Make Browsing The Web Faster, Safer and Easier
With the new Chromebooks you can boot up and be on the internet with just 8 - 10 seconds and have all your favorite apps at your finger tips.
The internet has become part of our life and is integrated with every part of our day so isn't it about time you connected and used the internet the fastest and most efficient way possible?
Stay connected with friends and family, share files, photos, videos with ease and simplicity plus have virtually unlimited storage.
On this page you will get to know what it means to Experience - Fast - Safe - Secure - and most of all, user friendly Chromebooks and find out if it is what they say it is and if there are any downsides that you should think about.
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Contents at a Glance
Chromebooks Use the Chrome Operating System
Comparing Chromebook Specs To Laptop Specs
If you want to share photos, files, videos and more you can but it does not do it automatically. Your data is your data.
Acer 3G Chromebook
No software to install and nothing to update.
The Acer 3G Chromebook is about the size of a netbook with the dimensions of 11.6 x 8.6 x 0.8 inches and it weighs just a bit over 3 pounds when the battery is attached.
Acer AC700-1090 Chromebook (3G)
Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)
This 3G Acer model has a dual core processor. Now normally a dual core processor is quick and can process more than a single core but many people are now opting for a quad core processor since they have so many programs running at once. However, you have to remember that with a Chromebook you don't have any additional programs running in the background so a dual core processor is more than enough.
There is 2 GB of DDR3 memory ( not enough for a standard laptop but perfect for a Chromebook)
In addition to 3G capabilities you also have 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi so you can easily connect to your home network or use a hot spot.
There is an HD webcam and dual speakers. If you are really into videos you may want to shell out a few extra dollars for additional USB speakers to add depth and volume. There are 2 USB ports ( which are 2.0) and also one HDMI port.
The keyboard is a Chrome OS Keyboard which has hot keys and a layout which is geared towards browsing and using applications and a fairly large touch pad. While some people like the larger touchpad and few have mentioned that they find that they often rest their wrists on it and can interfere with what they are doing. So just be aware of this and you'll be fine.
Similar to netbooks, the battery life is about 8 hours, so you can stay unplugged for most of the day or night.
Samsung Series 5 3G Chromebook
Samsung Series 5 3G 12.1-Inch Chromebook (Titan Silver)
Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)
This Samsung Series 5 model has a screen which is approximately 1/2 inch larger than the ACER highlighted above. The screen is 12.1 compared to 11.6 on the ACER. The screen is also a bit brighter than the ACER model above.
1 MP webcam ( the ACER has a 1.3 MP)
2 USB 2.0 ports and a 4-in-1 memory card reader. it also has VGA video out but you do have to purchase an optional dongle.
Built in stereo speakers ( again you may want to purchase additional speakers if you are a video users) and has a headphone/microphone combination jack.
This model has the 1.66 GHz Intel Atom dual-core N570 processor, 16GB of storage ( remember that you will be storing on the Cloud) and 2 GB's of memory.
Chromebooks from ACER & Samsung
But How Fast Can You Go From Booting Up To Being on The Web?
Pro or Con?
Depending on how you look at it.
By having to log in with your Google ID could either be a good thing or a bad thing.
If you don't want all of your accounts, bookmarks and apps in one location it would be a big drawback to using a Chromebook and they would not be right for you.
However, if you like the simplicity and ease of having it all in one spot then a Chromebook would be a perfect choice.
With Chromebook You Sign In With Your Google ID
Does it bother you to use a log in to have all of your apps and setting in one place?
Having it all in one place makes it easier for me to....
TheGovna says:
I like the idea that everything is stored on the cloud. I already have a Google Account and use it to sync my bookmarks, apps, and settings with the Chrome browser, so transitioning to a Chromebook will be easy for me. Right now my laptop feels like it's part of the process when it comes to accessing the internet, but I had really rather it just be the gateway like the Chromebooks will be.
My Google Account is very secure. I have a rather lengthy password comprised of random numbers, letters, and symbols, and with Google's new 2-step verification process, it has put it into further lock down. Chrome is also the most secure browser out there. Google had actually placed a large sum of money on the line to prove this. They offered thousands of dollars to anyone who could find a security flaw in the browser, and they walked away with no takers. I am confident that all of my information will be safe with this new technology.
I like keeping everything seperate so that....
blujeanmomma says:
Since I prefer a bit more privacy, I don't have a Gmail account, I don't use a Google ID, my privacy setting for Facebook and other social sites are set fairly high so yes I wouldn't feel comfortable using one ID for all.
Now on the other side of the coin, I was thinknig on creating an new unique ID to be able to use just for when I use a Chromebook. On the book I will only do certain activities and when I want something to be private I'll use my PC or laptop.
My family uses many of the social sites and have a lower need for security so they tell me that they have no qualms about having everything connected so that they have go seamlessly from one app to another.
Since you don't need to know anything about computers and programs, a Chromebook is perfect for people who are unsure about computers but do want to go on to the internet to be able to get email, share family photos and videos, play games, visit sites like Facebook, Twitter, Hulu, YouTube & more
What About Security?
Using Your Favorite Apps With a Chromebook
The Operating System updates automatically
so you never need to install updates, patches or fixes.
Your Chromebook Questions Answered
Chromebooks are light.
Weighing in around
3 pounds
“Many Apps still work even when you are not connected online - by pinning them”
3G Info
Chromebooks that have built-in 3G include up to 100MB per month of Mobile Broadband service for 2 years which is provided by Verizon Wireless.
Additional bandwidth can be purchased without any long term contracts.
You can learn more about the 3G by visiting Google at
3 G Connectivity
Planning on using just the FREE 3G ?
To Save on Bandwith you can visit sites using m. instead of
www. and you'll visit the mobile and bandwidth saving website version.
Connecting Is What Chromebook Is All About
Additional Technology Product Pages
Any thoughts that you would like to share about Chromebooks or technology in general?
Or maybe just want to say hello - here is your chance.
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Jun 19, 2011 @ 12:47 pm | delete
- I am excited about Cloud Computing. Will certainly buy a Chromebook once I can afford one.
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by blujeanmomma
Chromebook & Chromebooks will change the way that you access and use the internet. More user friendly, much more convenient and simple to use.
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Samsung Chromebook with 3G
Samsung Series 5 3G 12.1-Inch Chromebook (Titan Silver)
Amazon Price: (as of 05/30/2012)
The first thing that you will notice about this Samsung Series 5 Chromebook is that once you turn it on you'll notice that the picture is brighter than other brands.This makes it easier to view the screen on your Chromebook outdoors in bright sun and also in a dimly lit room.
As with all Chromebooks, this Samsung Chromebook in Silver color has instant on which lets you press the on button and within seconds you are online working or playing.
Briefcase Style Laptop Bag For Your Samsung Series 5 Chromebook
Polyester Nylon Briefcase Messenger Bag with Detachable Shoulder Straps (Orange) for Samsung Series 5 3G Chromebook
Amazon Price: $14.21 (as of 05/30/2012)
This briefcase style laptop bag is made for fit your Samsung Series 5 Chromebook ( similar bags are also available for the ACER Chromebooks) and had both an adjustable shoulder strap and also handles so that you can use it as you prefer.
Made from a polyester - nylon material this bag is both strong and easy to keep clean.
The padded laptop compartment helps to protect your Chromebook while having easy access.
Available in several different color choices.
