Chrome OS is fast when every file is in the browser. It is a toy when you need a local spreadsheet add-in or a dock that wants a real GPU.
I kept it for travel mail and Meet. I gave the desk back to a used ThinkPad. That split is the review.
I tested a Chromebook for a week of real work. The browser is the product
By Everyday Techie
Published Aug 13, 2026, 2:23 PM UTC
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