This device is a bold attempt by HP to ensure that it meets the requirements of a majority of applications. Hopefully, Chromeboxes will gain traction over time, although it may take time for people to get used to programs that are non-Windows based.
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Carter
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I read that more businesses are incorporating Google's devices because their employees want to work on the internet and store their work in the cloud so they can access it anywhere. Maybe these will take off.
Phoenix
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It's cool that the device operates signage as well. Good for Google. Microsoft could use some competition in the workplace and in academia. This could be just the push that's needed.
VeryPunny
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This was a good move for both HP and Google - especially creating a device that offers every connection option that you could possibly need. I think the industry will be slow to change though.
codechaser
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The article made a huge point - what worries business owners is that the web applications require an internet connection. Few would risk the possibility of crippling their day-to-day operations with something like that.
Octane
That's true but most places will have a hard time once the internet goes down anyway, as inventory and cash registers are often connected to the parent company via internet. I'd assume they have alternatives in place.
Hazard
Business owners have a valid point, but like @Octane says, internet outages cripple other services as well, but not entirely. It is a bold move by both companies to create such a device.
Elijah
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I disagree with the article that needing an internet connection to access documents in the cloud could be a deal breaker. Most operations rely on both hot and cold storage of data in the cloud and in-house. There will be backups on in-house... See more