Windows Replaced by ChromeOS

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Why I switched from Windows to Chromebook and haven’t looked back

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After decades of using Windows in its various forms, I grew tired of how frustrating it has become to use.

ChromeOS is especially safe and secure thanks to a range of built-in security features.

While Microsoft has admittedly improved in this area, malware is more likely to hit and infect a Windows machine than a Chromebook .

For me, a Chromebook strikes the right balance between usability and performance.

ChromeOS is a lightweight operating system that works out of the box, not something for tinkering and customizing.

Google added the ability to natively run Android apps on Chromebooks a few years ago .

Some niche programs simply don’t have viable web or Android alternatives.

Windows-only apps are a valid deal-breaker.

Thankfully, ChromeOS isn’t at all heavy on resources, so as long as you buy smart to begin with, the hardware should last. Further reading: How to turn an old laptop into a Chromebook .

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