Google Releases Source To Chromium OS

Kelson writes "Google has released the source to what will eventually become Chrome OS, and will begin developing it as an open source project like Chromium. The OS differs from the usual computing model by (1) making all apps web apps (2) sandboxing everything and (3) removing anything unnecessary, to focus on speed." Reader Barence adds "Google said consumers won't be able to download the operating system — it will only be available on hardware that meets Google's specifications. Hard disks are banned, for instance, while Google said it will also specify factors such as screen sizes and display resolutions. Google said it plans to officially launch Chrome OS by the end of next year."

Comments

Re:Hmm..

[MightyMartian]

Just web apps? I guess I can take my old 8bit computer out of the closet, because we're returning to purely interpreted programs now. Hey look ma! That program that compiled occupied about 512K of RAM now takes 150MB, YAY FUTURE!!!!!

Re:Um, Thanks But No

[badboy_tw2002]

Hey man, information wants to be free. What, you didn't think that applied to YOUR information?

Don't trust developers.

[w0mprat]

FTOB (from the official blog):

Unlike traditional operating systems, Chrome OS doesn't trust the applications you run. Each app is contained within a security sandbox making it harder for malware and viruses to infect your computer. Furthermore, Chrome OS barely trusts itself. Every time you restart your computer the operating system verifies the integrity of its code.

The developers barely trust themselves to write secure code so they decided code will not be writen at all. Not trusting themselves with this even they have scrambled their passwords and erased their door access cards. Security has been further enhanced by all staffers being locked up in the basement behind a externally locked door. 6 weeks later the only issue is now is the smell.

Re:Going back to sleep now...

[SnarfQuest]

It's going to be a synergenic revitalization of the optimum dynastic capitalization for interconnected dynamics in the convergent subsidiaries of virtual datacenter alligories.

Re:Hmm..

[MyLongNickName]

Thanks for your brilliant retort without any supporting facts. I will throw out the whole strategy now.