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Dell Tweaks Chrome for Mini 10v

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 01:46:00 +0000

A modified version of Google's Chrome open-source OS can run natively on the Dell netbook.

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Google Chrome Browser: Mac Beta Almost Ready

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:13:00 +0000

Only eight bugs block beta, but several features will be AWOL.

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Google Nears Release of Chrome Web Browser Beta for Mac

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 21:02:00 +0000

The Chrome Web browser has been available for over a year, but up until now it has only been available for the Windows operating system. Google is nearing the launch of a beta version for Mac OS X users.

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Google Chrome for Mac Beta Will Lack Several Features

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:10:09 +0000

TechCrunch is reporting that in order to meet a self-imposed end-of-year deadline for the beta release of the Chrome Web browser for Mac, Google is trimming...

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Dell sows 'experimental' Chrome OS for Mini netbooks

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 06:22:33 +0000

Google that sours after 36 hours A team of Dell engineers has released a very unofficial version of Google's Chrome OS for use on the PC manufacturer's Mini 10v netbooks.… Web threats: Why conventional protection doesn't work

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How to Install Chrome OS From A USB Drive

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:54:00 +0000

Can't wait for a new system running the final version of Google's OS? Here's a way to run Chrome natively today.

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Microsoft: The Assassin of Google's Chrome OS

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:00:00 +0000

Here's a scenario for how Redmond could combat Google's Net appliance OS before it gets out of the gate.

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Chrome extensions site now open for uploads

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:45:00 +0000

Google asks programmers to start adding their Chrome extensions to the new gallery. Chrome users can't yet download them, though. Originally posted at Deep Tech

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Google herds coders into Chrome extensions gallery

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:35:36 +0000

Hang 'em high Google is corralling developers into uploading their Chrome browser extensions to a new gallery that hasn’t been opened up to testers yet.… The power of collaboration within unified communications

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Google Partners with Canonical for Chrome OS

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:27:00 +0000

Rather than seeing Google's Chrome operating system as competing with Linux desktop distributions, Canonical is working with Google to make the OS.

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Google Releases Open Source Version of Chrome OS

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:00:00 +0000

The new Chrome operating system is aimed at the increasing mobile and netbook sector, Google says.

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Google hoodwinked into pushing Chrome OS scareware

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:46:30 +0000

Tamper tantrum Rogue anti-virus scammers have tainted search results for Chromium OS - the open source version of Google's Chrome OS - in a bid to expose surfers hunting the web operating system to a fake anti-virus scan scam instead.… Offloading malware protection to the cloud

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Chrome Unveiled; Microsoft Cheers

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:57:00 +0000

Now that we've all had a chance to check out the source code, Microsoft is likely breathing a sigh of relief at Google's OS entry.

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Will Chrome Breed Copycats? Internet Explorer OS, Anyone?

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:53:00 +0000

Chrome OS is a dangerous product for Microsoft, to which the company needs to respond. Internet Explorer OS, anyone? Aand how about a Firefox OS and even Opera OS? This is a game every browser can play.

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Google to anoint Android, Chrome OS love (eventually)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:35:47 +0000

When two become one Google has confessed that its Chrome OS and Android projects are likely to come together at some stage down the line as the firm continues to tinker with its operating system vision of the future.… Web threats: Why conventional protection doesn't work

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Will Chrome OS Lead to More Powerful Win7 Netbooks?

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:12:00 +0000

Netbooks running Windows 7 could perform better, but Microsoft won't let them. With Chrome OS coming, Redmond may lose its ability to cripple low-cost portables.

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Google Chrome OS: Big Brother Google Gets Bigger

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:13:00 +0000

If Google Chrome OS supplants Windows in a meaningful way than we can kiss our privacy goodbye.

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Underwhelmed By Chrome OS? That's Kinda the Point

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:36:00 +0000

Google's newly unveiled operating system has many critics unimpressed, but Chrome OS is meant to be lean, fast, and simple, not flashy.

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Google Unveils Chrome OS; Tech World Yawns

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:05:00 +0000

The much-anticipated Chrome OS is available and the early returns are underwhelming (but many).

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Google Chrome OS: Not for Your Desktop

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:05:00 +0000

The newest operating system isn't for the PC, it's for Web appliances and netbooks that run only Web apps.

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Google Chrome: 5 Best and 5 Worst Features

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Here's an overview of the open-source operating system, with both its wonders and its warts.

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Chrome OS: Move Along, Nothing to See Here (Yet)

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:19:00 +0000

Thinking about downloading Google Chrome OS? You might want to think twice.

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Microsoft and Rivals Trash Talk Google Chrome OS

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:55:00 +0000

Microsoft was, predictably, not all that impressed by Google's demonstration of its upcoming Chrome OS.

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Brin: Two Google Operating Systems May Become One

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:02:00 +0000

Google co-founder says Chrome and Android could someday become a single OS. Chrome browser plus Android OS equals... Android.

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Google Chrome OS on the PC World Podcast

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:40:00 +0000

PC World editors Robert Strohmeyer, Tim Moynihan, Melissa Perenson, and Nick Mediati discuss the potential impact of Google Chrome OS on the computing industry. This is PC World Podcast episode 54.

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Google Chrome OS: A Simple FAQ

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:44:00 +0000

Everyone's all a-twitter over Google's newly announced operating system, Google Chrome OS. So what is it, and what could it do for you? Here are some answers.

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Chrome Shines, Gore Opines, Staffs Decline

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:30:15 +0000

Google's Chrome OS captured a lot of headlines and hype this week after the company invited the media in to have a look-see, setting off a whole lot of opinions...

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Week in review: Browser breakthroughs

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:41:00 +0000

From Azure to Windows 7 to Firefox, operating systems and browsers grabbed headlines this week as Google proved, with its unveiling of Chrome OS, how interrelated they are.

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Get Chrome OS Now

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:02:00 +0000

Google's new operating system doesn't run right out of the box, so here's how to install it on your choice of platform.

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World Tech Update: Google Chrome, Obama in China, and More...

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Google open sources its Chrome OS, Obama in China, and an application from Microsoft displays massive amounts of data graphically.

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Five Reasons the Google Chrome OS will Flop

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:30:00 +0000

The Google Chrome OS is generating excitement, but it doesn't seem to be compelling enough to be worth the hype. Here are five reasons Chrome will ultimately fail to impress.

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Five Reasons Google Chrome OS will Succeed

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:30:00 +0000

Google Chrome OS is impressive and will thrive as it redefines what a modern day operating system should be.

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Google Chrome OS Will Fail: Here are the Fatal Flaws

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:26:00 +0000

Google Chrome OS is headed straight to the dustbins of tech history.

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Google OS: the end of the hard drive?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:23:30 +0000

Google today unveiled more details of Chrome OS, a lightweight, browser-based operating system for netbooks.

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Google Chrome OS: Its Promises and Secrets

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:14:00 +0000

What we know and what we don't yet know, even after a closer look at Google's operating system.

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Google pushes Chrome OS

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:34:00 +0000

Nick Farrell THE INQUIRER Fast boot, er, that is it > >

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What Chrome OS Means for Business

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:38:00 +0000

Chrome OS will be useful to road warriors and mobilistas on companion devices. But for most companies, it won't replace traditional desktop operating systems anytime in the near future.

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Google Chrome OS - do we want another monoculture?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:16:51 +0000

Microsoft ball breakers. Strings attached Yes, Google has open-sourced Chrome OS, its much-discussed browser-based operating system. But as usual, the open sourcing only says so much about its openness.… The power of collaboration within unified communications

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Google's Chrome OS Stands to Make Waves

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:40:16 +0000

Google is ambitious, there's no question about that. It has both the privilege and necessity of being so and, given its position as a major player in multiple...

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Mozilla not interested in building a Firefox OS

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:13:00 +0000

Does the Firefox backer want to turn its open-source browser into the basis for an operating system a la Google's Chrome OS? Not for now at least. Originally posted at Deep Tech

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Google's Chrome OS: What's in it for Microsoft?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:00:00 +0000

It doesn't have to be war. Chrome OS is something Microsoft can actually benefit from, if only it will relax and see the opportunities the new OS offers everyone.

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Google Chrome OS Unveiled: Speed, Simplicity, and Security Stressed

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:35:00 +0000

Google demonstrated for the first time its Google Chrome OS, a Web-centric operating system set to be officially released late 2010.

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Google Goes for Speed, Security in Chrome OS

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:20:13 +0000

Google launched its Chrome OS, focusing on speed and security.

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Google Chrome OS: Visual Tour

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:07:00 +0000

Google's Chrome OS was shown for the first time Thursday, where the company gave a brief demo of the operating system.

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Google's Chrome OS to be ready for 2010 holidays

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:01:37 +0000

Google expects lightweight computers powered by its new operating system to be on sale in time for next year's holiday season.

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Google open sources early Chrome OS

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:20:53 +0000

One tree to rule them all It's a big week for Microsoft. Which means Google has made a point of spotlighting a product designed to undercut its Redmond arch rival.… Case Study: WhatsUp keeps Legoland turnstyles ringing

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Google Chrome OS Source Code Now Available For Download

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:04:00 +0000

Come and get it! The source code for Chrome OS is now online.

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Google Chrome OS: What We Might See

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:47:00 +0000

Google will offer a preview of its Chrome OS today. Here are a few predictions on what it might offer.

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Google Chrome OS: Rounding Up The Rumors

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:14:00 +0000

We look back at the speculation surrounding Google's hotly-anticipated Linux-based OS.

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Ahead of Chrome OS: 5 Questions and Concerns

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:58:00 +0000

As Google prepares for tomorrow's Chrome OS event, inquiring minds wonder how the new operating system will play in a Microsoft-dominated world.

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