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How to turn off Chrome notifications (and turn them back on again)

Notifications can be handy, but they can also be annoying at times. Here's how to manage notifications in Chrome with less stress, or get rid of them entirely.
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7 best Chromebooks for 2024: the best for every budget

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How to copy and paste on a Chromebook

Minecraft on Chromebooks.

How to play Minecraft on a Chromebook

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Google is changing everything you know about Chromebooks

A person using an Acer Chromebook 14.

Chromebook vs laptop: Which is better and what is the difference?

The HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook on a table.

How to connect AirPods to a Chromebook

Digital Trends Best Prime Day Chromebook Deals

Best Prime Day Chromebook Deals: Early sales to shop now

A red Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 sits open on a table.

This secret Samsung laptop may merge ChromeOS with DeX

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Laptop buying guide: what to look for in 2023

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Google just made a big change to how Chromebooks apps work

Two hands using a HP Chromebook 14 at a table.

How to split screen on a Chromebook

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How to take a screenshot on a Chromebook

It's easy to learn how to take a screenshot on a Chromebook. The process is basically a matter of learning some quick keyboard shortcuts on a laptop or tablet.
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Google just announced 9 new features for your Android phone and watch

During MWC 2023, Google just announced a slew of new features coming to Android phones and tablets starting today and later in the year.
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 2-in-1 Chromebook.

One of Lenovo’s best Chromebooks is turning to Windows

Lenovo is showcasing the affordable IdeaPad Duet 3i and IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook at Mobile World Congress.
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The best Chromebook for students for 2023

Are you searching for the best Chromebook for students? Here, we consider factors critical to students, like battery and portability, giving you our top picks.

Hurry! This HP Chromebook is only $230 today, with free headphones

While a Chromebook deal is always exciting, it's the free headphones and the low price of $230 that make this one extra enticing.
A young man using the HP 14-Inch 2-in-1 Chromebook.

I took my son shopping for his first school laptop. Here’s what surprised me

I searched the dizzying array of choices for the right option for my son's first Chromebook, and it was a bigger challenge than I'd imagined.
Chrome OS Flex on a ASUS laptop.

Why I converted my Windows laptop into a Chromebook, and why you should too

Google's ChromeOS Flex is one of the best ways of breathing new life into your old laptop or spicing up a new one. This doesn't mean there aren't trade-offs.
A young man using the HP 14-Inch 2-in-1 Chromebook.

Don’t waste your money on a MacBook Air. Just buy a Chromebook instead

If all you do is check your email, write documents, play with Excel, and watch YouTube, then save your money, because a Chromebook is all you need.
Best Cyber Monday Chromebook Deals

The best Cyber Monday Chromebook deals for 2022

By taking advantage of Cyber Monday Chromebook deals, you'll be able to enjoy discounts on a wide range of Chrome OS-powered laptops and 2-in-1 devices.
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The best Chromebooks for kids

The best Chromebooks for kids are durable, easy to use, and affordable. All of these fit the bill. Let’s dive right in.
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The best touchscreen laptops for 2022

The top touchscreen laptops need a great screen, high performance, and long battery life. Here are the best options in 2022.
The lid of the Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition on a desk.

The Framework Laptop Chromebook costs $1,000, but it might be worth it

The Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition will be available between late November and early December for $1,000.
Lenovo's IdeaPad 5i Chromebook looks good in three-quarter profile shot.

Lenovo’s IdeaPad 5i is the first Chromebook with a 120Hz refresh rate

Lenovo updated its ChromeOS lineup with a new Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Chromebook and ThinkCentre Chromebox M60q, both featuring 12th Gen Intel chips and Wi-Fi 6E.
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Chrome just added a great new way to protect your passwords

Chrome will soon let you use biometric data to fill out forms and view passwords online.
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5 Chromebook open on a table.

How to delete files on a Chromebook

One main difference of a Chromebook compared to other operating systems is its lack of a recycle bin, though you can still delete files. We’ll show you how.
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How to use Task Manager on a Chromebook

A Chromebook's Task Manager won’t have as many programs running compared to Windows or Mac, but it’s still useful. This guide explains how to use the feature.
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How to install Linux on a Chromebook with our simple guide

To run Steam and GIMP on your Chromebook, you first need to know how to install Linux. We've put together a step-by-step guide to help walk you through it.
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Editing video on Chromebooks just got a lot easier

Later in the fall, Google will roll out changes to Google Photos on Chromebooks that will turn the app into a video editor of sorts.
Chrome OS Flex on a ASUS laptop.

How ChromeOS Flex turns old PCs into Chromebooks for free

Google's ChromeOS Flex is now out of beta and can help you repurpose your old computer to a Chromebook.
Chromebooks can multitask and have several windows open.

Chromebooks could soon borrow Window 11’s best multitasking feature

In the near future, Chromebooks could be getting one of Windows' best multitasking features, more versatile split screen options.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 platform.

Powerful Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 Chromebooks could be coming soon

According to some listings in the Chromium Repository commits, Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2-powered Chromebooks could be on the way soon.
The Acer Chromebook 514 on a table.

I switched to a Chromebook for a week. Here’s what surprised me as a Windows user

Despite being a longtime Windows user, I tried switching to a Chromebook as my main device for a week. Here's what happened.