How so? ChromeOS isn't as flexible as Windows, but it isn't "crippled". You can install any software you like on it, and enable developer mode to get a root shell. You can compile it from source (Chromium OS) if you like.
Just curious - have you actually used it before, or are you just cheering from the sidelines?
As I understand it, it is not a simple job to install your Linux distro of choice on it.
RLZ identifier and that initial unique identifier/registration when you first run Chrome. So even if you don't sign in to your google account, you can still be tracked down to the system/machine/local account level.
This update uninstalls the Apple-provided Java applet plug-in from all web browsers. To use applets on a webpage, click on the region labeled "Missing plug-in" to go download the latest version of the Java applet plug-in from Oracle.
You do realize that Apple has handed over Java support on OSX back to Oracle, right?
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Touch screen is mandatory as well, I believe.
How so? ChromeOS isn't as flexible as Windows, but it isn't "crippled". You can install any software you like on it, and enable developer mode to get a root shell. You can compile it from source (Chromium OS) if you like.
Just curious - have you actually used it before, or are you just cheering from the sidelines?
As I understand it, it is not a simple job to install your Linux distro of choice on it.
No! The chromebook is not a steel! It's aluminium!! Or Aluminum for Americans!
So, you think that Google will sell you a Nexus at near cost, and give you super subsidized WiMax rates or even give it to you for free?
I wasn't aware Google is set up as a non-profit organization. Now I can truly believe in their Dont Be Evil motto!
A little more than that.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_Chrome#Usage_tracking
RLZ identifier and that initial unique identifier/registration when you first run Chrome. So even if you don't sign in to your google account, you can still be tracked down to the system/machine/local account level.
But it does treat your grandmother very well.
Now, that'd work! :)
And are you aware of what Chrome does the *first time* it is run?
don't see any problems. But then I do a CTRL-minus a few times first when I run browsers, so that may not be evident.
Exactly. If you don't have good Internet access, you're not their target market.
You haven't used Chrome, have you...?
You mean, like Microsoft Passport...?! The one that so many slashdotters got so angry about, but is rather blase when Google does it...?
I will have to say - instead of flamebait, there should be a "misguided" mod.
Not everyone wants or uses a $500 laptop.
I have a $5000 windows laptop and a $4000 retina display. I love my retina display much much more.
Think of all the times when you wanted an iPad but didn't have one handy... :)
"freedom perspective"
Which is...?
Ahh, you work for Intel/Microsoft? Because they're the ones who pushed *THAT* particular definition.
Wait!!! *gasp* You mean... Apple, allowing you to install any OS you want, even Windows or Linux.... is more open, than the "open" ChromeBook...?!?!
*NO WAY!!!!*
You just heard the screams of a million fanbois!
You can get it cheaper from resellers - $1350 for the cheapest retina display.
First link when I googled.
https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/MacBookPro_Retina
So apparently people are happily doing it since forever, if you're willing to pay for a Retina display.
No idea what you are talking about. My 15" Retina display runs happily at 2880 x 1800 and looks great.
$1349 for the cheapest 13" Retina display.
http://appleinsider.com/mac_price_guide/#%23
$50 more only if you do comparison shopping. :)
wow. talk about idiot moderators. Pointing out that OP was talking about *OLD* status and not what is current is now a worth modding down eh?
Come now, stop feeding the trolls.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5573
This update uninstalls the Apple-provided Java applet plug-in from all web browsers. To use applets on a webpage, click on the region labeled "Missing plug-in" to go download the latest version of the Java applet plug-in from Oracle.
You do realize that Apple has handed over Java support on OSX back to Oracle, right?
seriously? By the way, did you know that the British subjected the colonists to unfair taxes and that caused a war?
Surely you mean this:
https://www.npd.com/wps/portal/npd/us/news/press-releases/us-consumer-technology-retail-sales-decline-2-percent-in-2012-according-to-the-npd-group/
where Apple owns 20% of consumer electronics and Samsung has 9% by revenue?