STACK #219 January 2023

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CHROMEBOOKS

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Chromebooks are devices that are speedy, secure and simple to use. And for young ones learning their computing ropes for the first time, this is a great place to start.

The simplicity of Chrome OS Chrome OS is the speedy, simple and secure operating system from Google that powers every Chromebook. It’s a cloud-based OS, so the Chromebook itself doesn’t have the hardware bloat of a traditional laptop. A Chromebook is therefore a simpler device to meet your everyday computing needs. You can also find touchscreen enabled Chromebooks, and there are plenty of form factors to choose from – all built on the premise of simple set-up, and for work and play on-the-go. Ready for school Chromebooks are great for students because they easily slip into a school bag or backpack without adding a lot of weight, they tend to have at least all-school-day battery life, and they’re ready to use in about the time it takes to crack open a notebook and prep a pen. You set up a Chromebook with a Google account. On log in you’ll find your Google Drive files and preferences for the Chromebook. An extensive range of apps are available – from note-taking to presentation-making and everything in between

Google’s range of productivity apps such as Gmail, Docs, Meet, and Sheets are at your fingertips, plus many apps you may choose to use for work and play are available on Chromebook.

– and all manner of school assignments are covered. Google’s range of productivity apps such as Gmail, Docs, Meet, and Sheets are at your fingertips, plus many apps you may choose to use for work and play are available on Chromebook. You can select Microsoft Office (subscription required), get creative with apps like Adobe Lightroom, and kick back with apps like Netflix – or your favourite game. Secure to the core Chrome OS updates automatically. Along with built-in virus protection, your Chromebook is safe and secure, you don’t need to install third-party security software. There are additional layers of security. For example, Sandboxing ensures different software are kept separate. That way, even if one part gets infected, the rest is designed to stay safe. The Chromebook also undergoes a Verified Boot every time it starts up – a rigorous and seamless security check-up in the background that prevents malware. And every Chromebook has a built-in security chip to encrypt your most sensitive data.

Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 13.3" FHD Chromebook (256GB) The IdeaPad Duet 5 is a 2-in1 Chromebook that features a stunning 13.3” OLED display. It’s a premium feature that makes the Duet 5 fantastic value – you would typically find OLED laptops at around twice the price! What’s more, the OLED display is

Lenovo Ideapad Flex 3 11.6" HD Chromebook (64GB) With the Ideapad Flex 3 you get the benefit of a full keyboard and generous trackpad, plus a 360 degree hinge to instantly convert to a tablet. Weighing just 1.2kg, the versatile, and fuss free Flex 3 is an ideal first device for the young student. • 11.6” HD (1366 x 768) touchscreen display • MT8183 2.0G processor (2.0GHz) • 64GB eMMC storage • 4GB RAM • 1x USB-A 2.0 port • 1x USB-C 3.0 port • Chrome OS operating system • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 ac) • Bluetooth v4.2 • Up to ten hours battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14" HD Chromebook (64GB) The IdeaPad Slim has the form factor of a traditional laptop. Plus, work distraction free on an immersive 14” anti-glare display. You also get a 720p webcam for video conferencing and remote learning. • 14” HD (1366 x 768) anti-glare display • MediaTek MT8183 Octa core processor • 64GB eMMC storage • 4GB RAM • 1x USB-A 2.0 port • 1x USB-C 3.1 port • Chrome OS operating system • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 ac) • Bluetooth v4.2 • 720p webcam with privacy shutter • Up to ten hours battery life

a touchscreen, and a Lenovo USI Pen comes included for notetaking and creativity. The keyboard is detachable for when it’s time to kick back and binge on the OLED screen, with the benefit of four speakers adding to the experience. • 13.3” Full HD (1920 x 1080) OLED touch display • Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 Processor • 256GB eMMC storage • 8GB RAM • 2x USB-C ports • Chrome OS operating system

13.3” OLED Display

720p webcam with privacy shutter

• Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 ac) • Bluetooth v5.1 • Up to 15.5 hours battery life

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