Cloud computing allows Chromebooks to function entirely from the cloud, making them lightweight devices focused on web browsing and cloud-based applications. While Chromebooks faced challenges gaining popularity in part due to limited hardware configurations and single-purpose functionality, Google introduced them in 2010 as computers where the browser serves as the operating system, enabling complex tasks beyond just web browsing to be performed entirely online. Chromebooks aim to offer an affordable, cloud-focused computing experience alternative to traditional personal computers.
