Q: Like millions of others, we need to retire our Windows XP. We are seniors living in the mountains, and wireless is now available here. We use our computer for e-mails, Facebook, travel planning and simple spreadsheets. Trying to find out if Chromebook is a good choice for us — we’re on a fixed budget.
— Bobbi Penberthy
A: With Microsoft ending Windows XP support in April, this is a Based on your usage, a Chromebook would definitely meet your computing needs. Acer’s C720 Chromebook, with an entry-level price of $200, is one of the more popular — and that run Chrome OS, Google’s streamlined operating system. The C720 promises up to 8.5 hours of battery life, thanks in large part to Intel’s Haswell processor, which consumes less power. If the C720’s 11.6-inch screen is too small for your liking, consider the 13-inch Toshiba CB35-A3120. The Toshiba Chromebook retails for $279.
— Andy Vuong, The Denver Post
