Wi-fi is essential for Google's Chromebook
- From: National Features
- April 10, 2013
A COMPUTER without internet access is like a TV without shows, a book without words, or a pantry without chocolate.
It's just not as fun, nor as useful.
Armed with this knowledge, Google created the idea for the Chromebook: an inexpensive and lightweight laptop designed to be used online all the time.
The Chromebook's operating system, Chrome OS, is based around Google's web browser and most of its programs launch within this. Everything is tied to a user's Google account and items are typically stored in the cloud rather than on the computer itself.
Google recently announced the launch of two Chromebooks in Australia, including the Acer C7.
Out of the box, this 11.7-inch laptop gives a few clues to its Chrome OS credentials.
The C7 is lighter than most laptops, at 1.4kg, while not being slim or slick enough to qualify as an Ultrabook. Its plain, plastic appearance is reminiscent of a netbook.