Google developed the Chrome OS from the Linux kernel in an attempt to popularize cloud computing. The OS is primarily a re-imagining of the Google Chrome web browser, serving as a portal for users to access apps and data stored on the cloud.
To use the Chrome OS, you need a device known as a Chromebook—a web client with a mix of thin and thick client features. Unlike your regular laptop, Chromebooks are lightweight and energy-efficient, giving you almost a full day of battery use. Like anything else, the Chrome OS operating system has its fair share of pros and cons.