[Madiddy]

Another posted made me thing, yes that does happen from time to time. Do you find it is hard to contribute here because you don't have a Chromebook?

 

[Ronaldst]

No.

 

[Bootstrap Bill]

No. I'm here to learn more about the Chromebook. I use the Chrome browser and love it.

 

[mrmtampa]

CB envy creeps in from time to time; it ain't pretty.

 

[cloudyone]

Nope, I agree with Bootstrap Bill. I'm here to learn and exchange ideas about the Chromebook and Chrome OS.

 

[russcasey]

I managed 99 posts of insightful assistance* before the man from Amazon arrived.





*IMHO, natch

 

[modder]

Another posted made me thing, yes that does happen from time to time. Do you find it is hard to contribute here because you don't have a Chromebook?

No, but I am looking forward to one getting here so I can speak intelligently on the topic based on experience and not just research.

 

[Hemlock]

Lol

I managed 99 posts of insightful assistance* before the man from Amazon arrived.





*IMHO, natch

I know, when you said something about actually getting your Chromebook I had to double take. I was like, how does that guy know so much if he doesn't have one!

I am here to learn about the Chromebook and just jabber on about it since my friends are all sick of hearing about it. So no, it doesn't bother me.

 

[Mcboor]

I sort of feel a bit weird because I don't have one yet, but I'm having fun talking about Chromebooks with people and asking questions.

 

[Chromer]

It would be good to have one, try out the new apps and then talk about how well it works and what can be done to improve it.

 

[russcasey]

I know, when you said something about actually getting your Chromebook I had to double take. I was like, how does that guy know so much if he doesn't have one!

I am here to learn about the Chromebook and just jabber on about it since my friends are all sick of hearing about it. So no, it doesn't bother me.

LOL
I did read *a lot* about these things before I decided to buy, as my efficiency at work is influenced by the computer I use and I needed to be sure one was right for me. Most of the facts I gleaned from scouring cr48 reviews and other forums during my own research were questions that were getting posted here so I was happy to help out and respond - despite feeling like a bit of a fraud!

Now I've got one, I'm happy to report that it has met all of my expectations, however some of the web apps have let me down a little bit. Imo.im doesn't seem to work for voice or video calls to skype contacts, and I've found thinVNC to be a bit hit and miss. I'm sure both problems are solvable in time with either fixes or alternatives.

Although I'm enthusiastic about my new CB I'm keen to avoid becoming a 'fanboi' who recommends them blindly. If you spend more time watching the web than interacting with it then you need a tablet. If you really can't live without local apps then you need a laptop. I think it is important to make these things clear so that nobody buys a new CB with unrealistic expectations. I think being honest about your concerns and sharing what answers you find are essential to this forum, and they are a way everyone can contribute.

There are quite a few 'would you recommend a chromebook to a student/boss/farmer/assassin/candlestick maker" threads and it is important to ask the right questions before jumping in with a "YEAH THEY ARE AWESOME DO IT" response. I think forums like this will be where these questions get asked, and it is responsible to provide a measured response.

 

[modder]

LOL
I did read *a lot* about these things before I decided to buy, as my efficiency at work is influenced by the computer I use and I needed to be sure one was right for me. Most of the facts I gleaned from scouring cr48 reviews and other forums during my own research were questions that were getting posted here so I was happy to help out and respond - despite feeling like a bit of a fraud!

Now I've got one, I'm happy to report that it has met all of my expectations, however some of the web apps have let me down a little bit. Imo.im doesn't seem to work for voice or video calls to skype contacts, and I've found thinVNC to be a bit hit and miss. I'm sure both problems are solvable in time with either fixes or alternatives.

Although I'm enthusiastic about my new CB I'm keen to avoid becoming a 'fanboi' who recommends them blindly. If you spend more time watching the web than interacting with it then you need a tablet. If you really can't live without local apps then you need a laptop. I think it is important to make these things clear so that nobody buys a new CB with unrealistic expectations. I think being honest about your concerns and sharing what answers you find are essential to this forum, and they are a way everyone can contribute.

There are quite a few 'would you recommend a chromebook to a student/boss/farmer/assassin/candlestick maker" threads and it is important to ask the right questions before jumping in with a "YEAH THEY ARE AWESOME DO IT" response. I think forums like this will be where these questions get asked, and it is responsible to provide a measured response.

Can't add much to that other than, exactly.

 

[russcasey]

Can't add much to that other than, exactly.

*blushes*

Has your prize arrived yet modder?

Congrats, btw