How to use a Chromebook safely after AUE date in 2022
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- Опубликовано: 21 авг 2024
- All Chromebooks come with an AUE date. You may find the AUE date frustrating but it's 100% necessary for Chrome OS to continue to offer great new features.
The good news is you do have plenty of options for your Chromebook once the AUE date has expired. The options you have in 2022 are much better than the options available a couple of years ago.
Essentially, you can now use your Chromebook and it will be pretty safe to do so.
In this video I'll go through all the options you have available and the advantages and disadvantages of each one. By the end of the video, you should hopefully realise your Chromebook is still usable in 2022 even after the AUE date has expired.
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Thanks so much for this valuable information. I've had my Chromebook for about 2 years now and when the pop-up showed that it was on it's last update I was really disappointed. Then ah-ha, I found you... and I've just followed your directions and am so happy. I love my little Chromebook and now I can be at ease. Appreciate you so much!
Thank you so much. It's nice to hear feedback that my videos are helping people. I'm glad it has helped.
SAME! My Chromebook is only 3 years old and after 2 years it said it was no longer updating.
Just found your channel. Your briefing on AUE Update Expiration Date was awesome. Subscribed !
Thanks
Thanks! I have a Chromebook whose AUE date is next month. I've been wondering what my best option was to continue using it safely. I've been doing online research but this is the first time I've even heard of Lacros. Seems like my best option and will try it out.
Thanks. Yes, a year ago it wasn't really a viable option but for any Chromebooks with an AUE in 2022 and beyond. Then I see it as the best option available. It's the only way to keep the OS secure by sticking with Chrome OS whilst staying secure online with browser updates.
I've been looking, for quite a while, for the kind of information that you've given here. Therefore I'm so grateful to you for your video.
It had been on my mind to change to some other OS but I didn't realise about the Write Protect Feature. Keep up the good work!!!
Thanks
It;s a rental subscription world.
You saved my life for unexpected purchase because I completely forgot about AUE
Glad it helped
Thank you so much! My sister brought a Chromebook back in 2017 and just opened it up for the first time here in 2022! I updated and set it up for her to use but I haven't checked her aue date yet. This information should be helpful.
That's a long time to have a laptop sitting in a box. I would have had to have opened it before then. Yes, it's good to know you can still use it safely after the AUE date.
Open the thing. Just do it. 😄 They're so cheap to replace. I replaced the screen on one. Another, I replaced a wonky power connector. Have some fun! They're easier to work on than fixing phones with teeny tiny parts.
This is helpful tips and tricks. I hate the idea of people tossing a not so old Chrome OS notebook. So wasteful! This makes it still useful.
Thank You for your great videos. Very informative. I have an Acer 14 CB3 Chromebook that hit AUE in June 2022. Set up LaCrOS and it was working fine. But in the last few weeks, it no longer receives Updates. So I turned on the Linux Development Environment and installed Google Chrome for Linux. The Chromebook is now running the latest version of Google Chrome and continues to receive updates. The browsing experience is a smidge slower than what it was on ChromeOS. However, all my Chrome Extensions function as expected and the Chromebook continues to play audio and HD Video without any issues. The ONLY issue I have experienced is a known one. The built in WebCam no longer functions. That issue is unlikley to be resolved any time soon. Not a problem for me but should be noted. Cheers from the Land Down Under.
I would always check for further flags because updates should still be taking place. There have been many new Lacros flags introduced since this video. I would take a look through them all and enable the ones you think you might need.
Next month my chromebook goes AUE and I installed lacros and I've had no issue using it. Everything just works. It updates on its own and feels good. Not having OS updates like Windows or Macs doesn't actually hurt you since ChromeOS is just linux at it's core and Linux tends to be more secure anyways. I think I could get another year or more as long as my machine still works. Not everyone can afford a brand new computer so Lacros makes the most sense right now for me. Good video here and helpful information for those who need it.
Thanks. I'm glad to hear you're already using Lacros and it's working all ok.
@@ChromeComputingTV I installed it two days ago, I really haven't noticed a difference between the stock chrome browser and lacros. When I put lacros on it updated in the background to version 101. This lacros browser has been around since Chrome 92 or 93 I think but I think it's ready to be the stock chromeos browser. I believe those who have the flag enabled and have it installed will be updated to the release version even if their Chromebook is past AUE.
Great video and advice. I am not IT savvy at all but I found the video easy to follow and I made the changes that I was looking for. Thanks
Thanks, I'm glad it helped.
The AUE date should depend on the hardware, nor some arbitrary date based on when the Chromebook was first sold. If you have a 2 gig ram and 16 gig storage that's one thing however if you have 8 gig ram and 64 gig storage your AUE date should reflect the difference in hardware. Simply put the better the hardware the further away the AUE date should be.
The AUE date has been extended for many Chromebooks. I've linked a video.
ruclips.net/video/Flq2Z6DMNwA/видео.html
It's nonsense to suggest that Chrome OS will be held back if old hardware is supported. Windows updates regularly, and many PCs from a decade and more ago still work under the most recent Windows release.
I find that hard to believe. There is no way my Windows laptop I had years ago would still work today with windows. My windows desktop PC is barely usable today. Also, many MS computers were not compatible with Windows 11 because of a change in hardware requirements.
@@ChromeComputingTV My ASUS i7 laptop with a 4th generation Intel chip runs windows 10, 22H2 just fine. Since we're in 12th generation now that makes it 8 generations old and running strong.
Very informative and helpful. Thanks. I'll be trying Lacros for sure.
Thanks
Very good video, thanks.. Unfortunately one of my really old Chromebooks (Acer C720 "Peppy") is so long expired (v76), that the Lacros Flags are not yet available. I mainly use it as a video player in my camper van, so it doesn't really matter, as it is not connected to a Wifi anyways. But I tested Lacros on my wife's Chromebook that just had it's AUE 3 month ago and she is happy now (remember: Happy wife, happy live!).
Thanks. I'm glad it helped
I would think that the Chrome browser app will still be updated like it is on an Android phone.
On my Acer Chromebook CB3-431, I enabled all your suggestions and did a restart. Restart was very quick. Then I went back into Chrome flags and Lacros again and got a different list, where most of the items on the list were Default; a few were Enabled and a few Disabled. So I hope this is it!? Almost seemed too easy. Thank you again.
Thanks, I'm glad it helped.
Very useful, thank you so much. Now I don't have to throw away 3 Chromebooks!
Thanks, I'm glad it helped.
Halfway through this video I knew I was done!
Thank you for such an informative video, I have a Chromebook with the AUE date being June 2022 and I have just purchased it 3 weeks ago and I am quite disappointed with the AUE date as I certainly love my Chromebook
I have already noted enabling Lacros though I am quite worried as to whether I will be able to download apps from the Play Store after the AUE date, Please advise
I am certainly planning to use my Chromebook for at least the next 3-4 years as it's quite costly to purchase a laptop or any PC on the world economic conditions we are experiencing
Thanks for your kind words. You should be fine downloading Android apps after the AUE date, as I'm not aware of anything stopping you from doing this.
@@ChromeComputingTV Thank You, Now I have peace of mind that I can fully use my Chromebook for at least the next 3 - 4 years upon having Lacros enabled and a proper cyber security plan in place
I'm now a subscriber!
Thanks
My Dell AUE lasted less than 2 years! You should mention that it is not tied to when the computer was manufactured, but instead, tied to the original OS date, which manufacturers often re-use in new computers.
It is based on when the computer was manufactured, and the internals used such as the processor. Not sure what you mean by original OS date.
Hi there. Thanks for the really helpful video. My Samsung Chromebook is on a Beta Chrome OS channel (I did this to allow Android apps). Would this change your advice at all?
You don't need to be on the beta channel to use Android apps. The beta channel and Lacros is still going to work fine.
@@ChromeComputingTV Thanks for the reply. I did need to be on the Beta channel when I first started using Android apps on this particular Chromebook (Samsung Series 3). But in any case I don't need to worry and can go ahead with Lacros? Thank you again
Thank you.This was very helpful.
Thanks, I'm glad it helped.
Awesomely useful video!
I'm going to get some kind of Chromebook, to go on line with, rather than try to make a windows machine internet secure. I have some gadgets that only have windows/dos drivers, which is the ONLY reason I have it.
Chrome also seems likely to play nice with my Android phone, which is usually how I go on line. Also, small children won't necessarily assume I'm stupid, because I can't help them with their school Chromebook.
Just one thing, where do you find a chromebook's AUE?
Thanks again for the video.
Thanks. Under settings under about and further details. Or for a Chromebook you have not yet bought. Just search Chromebook aue date on Google, and check out the Google page.
If I have a different OS than Chrome, I can install a Chrome browser that gets updates. So what gives? If I do my banking on a Chrome Browser installed on a Windows OS, my google account still has my passwords and the browser gets updates, but Windows is notoriously full of vulnerabilities. So why can't I just get updates for my browser on my Chromebook?. This was originally sent in before you mentioned Lacros. Why doesn't Chrome just let you know if it can extend your AUE as long as your hardware is still viable. That's more honest than planned obsolescence.
Splendid! I have three chromebooks, two recent, arm and intel, used for linux programming, and one for backup which stopped at OS 92.
My lady uses one, just for pointy-clicky web; that's what she wants.
I could get the old one alive again - it works perfectly fine - and use the linux on the arm machine without bothering her.
Not sure it'll work on 92, but I'll have fun tinkering.
I don't want to buy any other device. I'll use it as it is.
Also, I cannot afford a new one this month, maybe end of month,or beginning of July. All I go on is You Tube and Facebook, both a few mins a day, o and a hospital health records, but it doth not have my financial info. So would I be ok then to use mine just a little past June first? Thanks and for this video!! I subscribed now also, and I am not tech savy, so I am not installing anything. My now pretty old Samsung Chromebook3 would blow up, if I try to do anything other than use it just barely as I do.
Thanks, I can't really advise anyone whether using a laptop is safe because that is something only you can decide. However, if your AUE date has only just been reached you'll be fine using it for the next month or so.
Isn’t another option to go on to your bank site by signing in to your chrome book as a guest not with your gmail. I read that to be the case.
Just checked the AUE on my two Acer CB's. I'm good to mid 2028 apparently. Long term support is one of the main things I look at when buying a computing resource. Given these Chromebooks were released in 2021, I think support to 2028 is pretty good. 🖖
Yes, that's a long time to get updates for a laptop, so all good.
Can you remove the write-protect screw, put another OS on... and then put the screw back in? That might make it secure again?
I just found your video in 2024! My chromebook's AUE date was in 2022. I had no idea. I just purchased a VPN and I am getting errors and just learned about the AUE. I am applying for online roles and will need my chromebook. Should I still download lacros?
Hi, thanks for the video. I have a Dell Chromebook 13 (7310) and it stopped getting updates in June 2021. I've been stuck on Chrome OS 91. I have 3 flag options for Lacros: 1) Lacros Support, 2) Lacros Stability, and 3) Lacros web apps. I have enabled the first and third one, and put the second on on "more frequent updates." I've also tried different variations of enabling Lacros Support but not Lacros Web Apps, and "les frequent updates." The Lacros browser is available, and I can open it and use it, but it doesn't allow updates. There's an oval icon in the upper right corner that says "Update" (in red) with the three vertical dots next to it, and when I click on it, it says Chrome can't update. The version it shows for the Lacros browser is: Version 91.0.4450.0 (Official Build) dev (64-bit)
Do you have any advice for this? Thank you
I don't have any specific info for this. It may be that Lacros updates in 2021 were not taking place. If your Chromebook stopped getting updates in 2021 you can only take advantage of the functionality available at that date. However, this is my understanding based on looking at it logically, so maybe look into your specific issue further and you may find information that is useful.
@@ChromeComputingTV Thank you. Makes sense. Have a good one!
Great review. Very informative..
Thanks
New Subscriber, thanks :)
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Can't you just apply ChromeOS Flex when your AUE date expires?
Maybe but it's complicated; you need to disable security and modify its firmware. Flex is intended for regular laptops, not Chromebooks.
I cannot find Lacros in chrome://flags. I have a Toshiba chromebook 2 from 2014. What can I do to get updates? Updates stopped at ChromeOS Version 76 in the year 2020 or so.
You can't install Lacros on a Toshiba Chromebook 2 because the AUE expired before Lacros became available.
You could install Chrome OS Flex. Watch my video below about installing it, but this video was created when it was CloudReady rather than ChromeOS Flex, but it will explain what you would need to do.
ruclips.net/video/Il9pOhPY1u0/видео.html
Has anybody else had the issue where the keyboard goes absolutely insane after it's been a few weeks since your last update? Because for me is the keyboard will just go crazy all of a sudden like if you hit backspace once it will delete an entire paragraph! or the cursor will jump to a completely different line several lines down from where I'm trying to type and then start typing random letters as I'm typing what I'm trying to type.
I'll try Lacros and report back.
Thank you.
You're welcome
Running GalliumOS Linux on a MrChromebook firmware flash. Should have done it earlier. It's a better computer now.
If your Chromebook was made much after 2015, that trick gets harder to do.
And, I hate to stir the teapot, but as somebody who has developed everything from low-level serial card firmware to BIOS to operating system code since the 8086 and 6502 were the hot new processors on the block, 99.9% of end of life dates are arbitrary, unnecessary, and serve to do nothing but saturate our landfills with perfectly usable electronic equipment.
There is a dance between hardware manufacturers and commercial software developers, and it's a dance that you are not invited to. There is no legitimate reason that your scanner had to stop working because Microsoft Windows 7 replaced Windows XP. If your broadcom network chip functions until the operating system is updated, there's a reason why. And that reason is not security or software. That reason is because you are meant to only operate that piece of equipment for a short time, then buy more.
I blame us. Increasingly, we are content to work hard to buy equipment that we end up not really owning, but just have the right to use for a short period of time.
thank you❤
You're welcome 😊
thx.....i ll buy new chromebook, this all wont give me a good feeling of security , i ll make sure AUE is long
You'll also get any new features released on ChromeOS.
Mine says experation is June 2022. Do I assume that is tomorrow, as in June first?
You should receive a message about when the last update is.
I assume the write protect only affects the os and doesn't affect the ability to transfer files from external devices to the chromebook?
Yes, it's just the OS.
I can't see/ hear what you say to type into the browser to begin the install of lacros. Could you please type the instructions for us?
Thanks for making this video! I am typing from lacros right now. However, I saw online that the lacros browser can only get 2 updates past the actual Chrome OS version, and doesn't actually continue getting updates. Do you know if this is true or not?
It appears that is possibly the case at the moment. Lacros is a work in progress and looks like it will take some time before it's officially launched. Therefore, it may be the case that you can only ever be 2 updates in front of the OS. If the OS stops receiving updates your Lacros browser will stop receiving updates. This is essentially because it's still a work in progress. You don't need Linux to use Lacros, which is great for anyone who has a Chromebook that doesn't come with Linux, however, it limits your options once Lacros stops getting updates. If your Chromebook has Linux, I'd possibly consider installing a browser via Linux.
I've got a problem I've got quite a new Chromebook supports updates to 2030
I can't seem to update it anymore it gives me notifications in the tray but every time you click on it you just get a little bit of a spinny thing and then it stops, it's been like this for 9 months or more. I don't know what the issue is stopping it from updating? is there anyway of forcing the update ? I don't really want to do a power wash I would lose stuff I can't reinstall. RUclips's going to be funny now I get grayed out panels where they should be thumb nails, anyway of updating RUclips through the Chrome browser?
Isn't it usually safer to use a web version of an app?
A web version of an app is safe.
I'm wondering too if you use the web version does that mean it won't have to use permissions that the app would use?
Put it on an Acer 15 c910 no problem
Will Lacros update automatically?
In the video I mentioned one of the flags will ensure you get updates. I would also check for any other relevant flags, as they may have changed a little since I recorded the video. Providing you set the right flags then it will update automatically.
Did not work for my Thinkpad 11e chromebook. Said "No matching experiments."
I found the Lacros flags and enabled the ones you suggested but after i clicked the yellow chrome Lacros button Lacros seems to work but says can't get chrome update,says chrome is out of date reinstall chrome?What should i do?
I think the flags have changed a lot since I did this video, so I don't have the answer right now. I'll look at doing another video once I've looked into the new flags a little more.
I did it. And it said my chrome was out of date, but it did not install a new one as best I can tell, but I have a yellow chrome symbol which did open a new chrome session and it self identifies as Lacros . But I wonder what's going on with the UPDATE telling me my chrome is out of date. It seems to be working. Any idea what's going on? I don't know how to address this. Thanks. Great site by the way and excellent presentation that got me brave enough to try Lacros . Cheers
Thanks, it just means your Lacros browser might need an update. Did you use all the flags I mentioned? If so, you should get the latest Lacros updates.
Hi there. My chromebook AUE is 2024. Will lacros still be viable option then?
Yes or it might be how ChromeOS works by default then, so you will not have to do anything. It all depends how long the project takes before rolling out as standard.
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My AUE is 2019 and my battery is going, my keyboard is gone, my sound is gone and my screen is gone. I was told by 2 engineers not to further invest in my Chromebook. But...?
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Awesome video. I found your perfectly smooth cheeks and chin to be distracting, though. Honestly; it looks like you have a filter going to smooth out your cheeks and chin. If that's your real face, pat yourself on the back because whatever age-defying cream you are using is really working well.
Oh thank you!
Enable Lacros 16:45
Has anyone had the pop up window saying Removable device detected. I can't upload any photos. What is that? Virus? How to fix?
nice,,, what if you just load firefox ?,,, it has its own updates
That's fine, but this video is aimed more at Chromebooks where the AUE date is about to end. Most of these Chromebooks don't have Linux, so it is not possible to install Firefox.
That's fine, but this video is aimed more at Chromebooks where the AUE date is about to end. Most of these Chromebooks don't have Linux, so it is not possible to install Firefox.
All cloudready devices will be upgraded to Flex?
Didn't you say in another video that they're for different hardware? That Flex isnt meant for Chrome OS devices, but for old PCs, that Cloudready is for Chrome OS devices, and that you can but shouldn't install Flex on Chrome OS devices?
Yes you're right I did say ChromeOS Flex isn't for the Chromebook. However if you did install ChromeOS ready on a Chromebook it would automatically upgrade to ChromeOS Flex.
Will Google Chrome continue to be updated since it is an app? Aren't they supposed to be separating Chrome from the operating system?
They are still working on separating the browser from the OS, and yes it will get updates as it will be the Chrome browser for Linux, which will get updates just like any other Chrome browser.
What about adding virus protection when it expires????
I've installed Lacros on my Acer Chromebook CB3-431, but it refuses to update. There's an oval button on the top of the browser that says "Update", but when you click on it, it says "Chrome couldn't update to the latest version...". I can't seem to find any way to manually update it, and at this point it is stuck on version 105.0.5195.75. Restarting does nothing to trigger an update. It's been months that it is like this, and it has been restarted many times. Wondering if you have any suggestions?
I don't at the moment. I have not been keeping an eye on this. I'll have a look when I get some time.
If I'm using the Chrome app, will that continue to get updates as opposed to using the built-in Chrome browser?
If your Chromebook has not reached its AUE date. Use the standard built in Chrome browser. If your AUE date has expired. Enabling Lacros will let you use the Chrome Linux browser, which gets updates.
I have a manufactured acer r11 in 2019 and google is already saying it's the last update, only 3 years?
The AUE date is based on when a model is manufactured and not when it's bought.
I cant see lacros in my flags on my out of date chromebook, its version 76 , so the flags may have chaged
Lacros has only been around for just over a year. Your Chromebook may have reached AUE date before Lacros flags became available.
When doing the search for lacros I dont get any results .
When does your Chromebook reach its AUE date? This will only work for Chromebooks where the AUE either hasn't expired or expired around a year ago.
Hello, why i dont see Lacros in flags ?? i cannot enable it, because there is no option to do that. Lenovo 11e Chrombook Please let me know if you have any idea why ?
It's possibly because your Chromebook reached its AUE date before the flags were available. If your Chromebook has not reached its AUE date then I don't know, as I can't help with device specific issues.
Thank you for prompt answer. IT seems that is to old. That's a shame. I see flags on him, but no Lacros ones.. I will try to go with Linux then.
My acer chromebook has a Sept.2021 AUE date,can i still install Lacros in my chromebook?
Have a look to see whether the Lacros flags are available.
How can I remove Lacros as it's making my chromebook freeze
The easiest way is to backup any local files you want to keep and do a power wash.
can i still shop online if my aue is expired? i shop on amazon from my chromebook most of the time.
Once your Chromebook has reached the AUE date you may be at risk when browsing. Whether this risk is something to be concerned about is down to you and your risk appetite. If you can, I'd install Lacros as mentioned in the video. This will remove the risks when browsing.
can I just simply download a safe browser like firefox?
Watch the video and it answers your question.
What is AUE date?
Does Norton make outdated chrome books safer?
Whether a Chromebook is outdated or not. It's still the case that software cannot be installed, so I'm not 100% convinced you would need virus protection. However, others may state virus protection is a safe option once updates stop if you can't install Lacros. So the only person who can really answer it because it depends on your own approach to risk is yourself. There is no harm in installing free virus protection,. The key is to only use trusted Android apps and even more importantly. Make sure any browser extensions are safe. Personally speaking, if I was using an out of date Chromebook and did not have the option to install Lacros. I'd be removing all extensions and would not be logging into bank accounts online.
The Lacros doesn't work. It just gives a duplicate browser that needs to be reinstalled, but it can't reinstall to anything, on an old chromebook with out Linux support build in. It's a total waste recommending this thing. Chromebooks are worst than Windows Laptops, which is saying a lot.
what about the brave browser installing that wouldn't that help??
You could try and install it, but like I said in the video and you'd need Linux for that, which most Chromebooks with an AUE date now will possibly not support.
Lacros doesn't seem to come up in flags for me i have a acer 720
As your AUE already expired? From what I can see it was 2019. If that's the case you wouldn't have access to Lacros. It will only work for Chromebooks where the AUE date is this year and beyond.
Mine too I feel so bad now
Do you have to remove the write protect screw in a Chromebook to install Lacros?
No, you can install lacros without removing the write protection.
Thanks!Would you also recommend keeping the original Chrome Browser along with Lacros or just use the Lacros Browser?
If I'm being honest I did this video a while ago now and am not currently using a Chromebook in Lacros. I can't even remember if it gave the option to use both browsers after installing Lacros.
My AUE has expired, can i still install Lacros ??
Do you have the Lacros flags? If so, try and see what happens.
There are no experiments titled "lacros" in my Chromebook flags. :( I am desperate for safe browsing and not sure how to do it.
The Lacros doesn't work. It just gives a duplicate browser that needs to be reinstalled, but it can't reinstall to anything, on an old chromebook with out Linux support build in. It's a total waste recommending this thing. Chromebooks are worst than Windows Laptops, which is saying a lot.
@@sallyj4209 Thank you. I may have to try to get Linux on it
@@shanedaniel7 Might be a good idea, seeing as how it's really a Dell, HP or Lenovo first, before a Chromebook. I removed my write protection screw from one of these and loaded Lubuntu 18.05, then Firefox and it works better now, since I put a few programs on it, (Kodi) instead of an app.
@@sallyj4209 I am just worried about security. I don't understand how it works, like with websites being secured but my Chromebook not receiving security updates. What kind of security are they for?
@@shanedaniel7 The security updates are more of a upgrade to features of modern web browsers, where it may store your passwords, credit cards, etc... These programs become vulnerable to modern hackers, as the technology becomes more evident. You can think of it as a factory auto theft device. You wouldn't have a problem if the car is parked in a low crime area, but if it's parked in a high crime auto theft area and you still want to remotely start your car, then you'll have to invest in a higher security system. The problems comes when your old system is no longer in warranty and the dealer will not spend any time on those outdated devices/ AUE, mainly due to the cost of doing so, with out the active warranty. The way around this is to get a after market brand, however the problem with a Chromebook, is there is nothing under the hood to attach another security device to or in older Chromebooks, no OS. At this point you can opt for a new Chromebook, which has Android Linux or rebuild the computer to use Ubuntu/Debian Linux. The good side is Ubuntu/Debian Linux is Free and has the same security upgrades. Android Linux requires you buy another computer and just like before, you'll get a warranty and not have to do anything. The main idea is Ubuntu/Debian Linux has the same security upgrades and Chrome OS is no better than Fire Fox with Lubuntu, (18.04.05) Microsoft Edge with Windows 10/11, etc... Apple is a different story and I won't include it. The security updates are really based on what you do. Online banking is going to use the highest security levels, but a online store will not block out old web browsers from making a purchase. Therefore, they'll use high security levels, but not so high that you'll need a new computer or at least right now. If there is a Windows 14, etc... future, then you probably won't be able to use an old Chromebook, for anything. Right now you just need to be careful of what sites you use as in where you park a car. Apple has the best security and Chromebooks are not going to be as good. Chromebooks usually have low specs and you'll never really be able to keep up with modern security, unless you're willing to buy a new one every few years. There are options to side load a light weight Linux to a Chromebook, remove the write protection screw and wipe Chrome OS and replace it with a light weight Linux or upgrade the system hardware and install Windows. The security option is don't store any credit card information, etc... on a Chromebook, avoid extensions other than Google and reputable sites (Tubi, Pluto, etc.) extensions, ie avoid Cloud Computing. It's safer to keep information on a flash drive than a Google Drive, etc....
How to install lacrosse
The video explains everything you need to know to install Lacros. Thanks
Does chrome OS flex get regular Google updates
Yes
Mac and Linux are very secure I think saying Chrome OS is very secure compared to others is a massive generalisation. Mac is based on open bsd one of the most secure Unix operating system.
im really upset my aue happened today :(
I don't think it's as bad as it was before. At least you can use Lacros now and still use your Chromebook safely.
Why does it take people so long to get to the point. This should have been less. Than a five minute video
Can't you just install a backported new browser onto the default Chrome OS install, after enabling dev mode from Debian?
My understanding is that dev mode enables accessing Debian repositories. As per my experience with the Debian project, they maintain backported repositories, just for this very reason of updating specific programs while keeping the OS back. This would save the trouble of opening up the laptop to remove the copywrite screw, which an I understand not all Chromebooks have but can be ascertained via running a downloadable script.
And for that matter, if Chrome OS is just Debian, I don't see why you couldn't just update the repositories apt uses and force an upgrade to a newer release rather than going through this tedious and seemingly unnecessary labour of installing an entirely different OS. Perhaps, hardware support via the Chrome OS software wouldn't be there, but the rest of Debian should.
Of course, I like Debian and comfortable with it, and therefore don't see the reason for installing a Linux based OS when you already have one, unless it would to install something innovative such as Fuschia OS.
Lastly, if Cloudready is just the continuation of Chrome OS, which is Debian, I don't see why somebody didn't make a simple migration procedure. Seems they really dropped the ball there, and something I've never had an issue with on Debian.
too repetetive!