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[Connectivity Diagnostics Tool for Chrome and ChromeOS]

Occasionally, you may not have an Internet connection on your Chromebook, or you may not be able to connect to a Google services site. At times like this, you may not know if your Chromebook is a problem or if there is a network problem or if there is a problem with  Google service sites. I'd like to show you a good tool to find out what's wrong with your Chromebook.   Chrome Connectivity Diagnostics is a fast and simple network testing and troubleshooting tool for Chrome and ChromeOS. The tool…           Chrome Connectivity Diagnostics is a fast and simple network testing and troubleshooting tool for Chrome and ChromeOS. The tool tests a computer's network connection for common issues, port blocking, and network latency by establishing connections to network and Internet services via UDP, TCP, HTTP and HTTPS. The diagnostic tests include: • Local network connection availability • Wifi network signal strength (ChromeOS only) •...

What's new with your Chromebook - ChromeOS Ver 80

What’s new with your Chromebook? Chromebooks update automatically to provide you with the latest features and keep the software fresh and speedy. Here are some highlights from recent updates. Master your multitasking Master your multitasking with Virtual Desks. Use different sets of screens to create spaces for separate projects and activities. To create a new virtual desk, just press Shift + Launcher key + =, or tap the “ Show all windows ” button on your keyboard and select New desk. Find out more Control media without unlocking Now you can control your media right from your lock screen. When you’re listening to audio on your Chromebook, you can play, pause, and skip tracks without unlocking. This new feature works with YouTube Music, Spotify, iHeartRadio, dozens of other apps, and media played through Chrome. Place a call from your Chromebook While browsing on Chrome, right-click any phone number on your Chromebook to place a call from ...

[What G Suite administrators need to know when updating ChromeOS version 78]

Below is an official announcement from the Google ChromeOS team.  And Here is what G Suite Administrator should know when updating ChromeOS ver 78. ---------------------------------------- Update your Chrome OS settings by October 29, 2019 to maintain current user access restrictions. Dear Administrator, On October 29, 2019, we will release a new Chrome operating system (OS) version, M-78. This release includes changes to where some settings are managed, allowing for a separation of OS and browser settings and facilitating faster page loading. What do I need to know? In the new OS, we’ve taken the single page of settings, which included both Chrome OS and browser settings, and separated them into individual pages. Now you can manage your OS settings in its own window. You will find all of the same settings you use now in the following locations: Chrome OS settings : Open the  Settings  app. You can also access these settings by opening a browser, and in th...

[Test for Chromebook Auto Update Expiration (AUE) if it is working or not]

I have read an article saying that a Chromebook may have an auto-update validity period, and I ran the following tests to verify it: The official Google Help Center mentions that automatic update expiration dates are set for Chromebooks (ChromeOS devices). In fact, I tested with a Chromebook that expired the auto-update  (Acer Chromebook 11 C720P, a device whose auto-update expired in June 2019). The expiration date for automatic updates for each device on your Chromebook is mentioned in the Google Official Help Center below. I tried to update today the Acer Chromebook 11 C720P model, which appears to have expired in June 2019. We have confirmed that today's date is updated to the most recent version. Just like the attached capture image "This is the last automatic software and security update for this Chromebook.To get future update, upgrade to a newer model ' In fact, the Chromebook device-specific auto-update expiration mentioned in the Google Help Center ...

[Tip:Chrome Device Management ] Chrome Release Channel best practices

While the majority of your users will be on the Stable channel of Chrome OS, if your organization has a large number of Chromebooks, there are several reasons why you should always keep some devices on the Beta channel: Google recommends that you keep most of your users on the Stable channel, and 5% of your users on the Beta channel. We also recommend you keep your IT team on the Beta or Dev channels. There are three types of Chrome OS releases: Stable, Beta, and Dev. You can set the release channel for your Chrome device users in the  Admin console  under  Device management > Chrome > Device Settings . Keep 5% of your organization on the Chrome OS Beta channel While the majority of your users will be on the Stable channel of Chrome OS, if your organization has a large number of Chromebooks, there are several reasons why you should always keep some devices on the Beta channel: Your organization will get a 4-6 week preview of new features. Some...

Unboxing Chromebit for Digital Signage

A set of 3 ChromeOS devices (Chromebook, Chromebox, Chromebit) I am using. In the meantime, I was  useing Chromebooks and Chromeboxes based on Chrome OS, but recently I bought a Chromebit that was released by Asus. The purpose of this Chromebit purchase is to compare how much better the Chromebook and Chromebox compared to the Chromebit, but the main purpose is to register as a Chrome Device Management Console device and review whether it is good for the ChromeOS Kiosk and Digital Signage. I think that the Chromebit size (about the size of the thumb) and the price ($ 85) would have a positive ratio and would be a signage kiosk device. After this release, Chrome OS and Kiosk apps will be linked to the second installment. Thumb-sized ChromeOS devices - 2GB Ram, 16GB storage, WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0, 1 USB 2.0 port, HDMI port, price $ 85 As an option, I bought a Logitech wireless keyboard (wireless dongle + keyboard + touchpad) for $ 25 and a set of Chrome OS devices...