Google is about to win over more of Microsoft's customers in the Operating Systems clash. Google has announced the unveiling of Google Chrome OS. Chrome OS is a internet based Operating System. Chrome OS will be used on the new "Netbooks". Netbooks are smaller versions of a laptop that are made for travel and portability. Netbooks are not known for their performance and speed but Chrome OS has promised a change in that area. Google has stated that The main attraction for users will be the convenience of the Netbook. Google stated "The user interface is minimal to stay out of your way, and most of the user experience takes place on the web." Chrome will be very convenient for people who are on the road and don't have to worry if they saved the correct data on their computer. In theory your computer will not need a large hard drive but be able to connect to the Internet. Everything that will be saved or done on your computer will be saved off site on Google secure server. You will never hear "Oh sorry, its on my other computer". If Google can pull enough users into Chrome OS it will change the way we use our computers today. The internet are is spreading through wireless connections so that people are no longer confined to their home for internet access. Many of the wireless phone companies are providing wireless internet around the planet. If Chrome OS can become popular enough to win over some of Microsoft and Apple's business then we will see a huge change in internet based Personal Computers. The next big kick is that the software will be free by teaming up with Linux. Chrome OS will be an open source operating system just like Mozilla Firefox. Firefox has been rated one of the best web browsers for home and work. Open source will allow people who are very good at programming and do not want the contract of a job to be apart of Chrome OS. These next two years will be very interesting to watch.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
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