The devices also have built-in “death dates,” after which software updates end. Once laptops have “expired,” they cannot receive updates and can’t access secure websites. Google does provide eight years of software updates for Chromebooks, but that’s only from the date of release. Since many schools buy Chromebooks released several years before, support can expire in half that time.
According to the report, “Chromebooks aren’t built to last.” They have expiration dates that often make it difficult for schools to resell their devices. Although PCs and Macs may have a higher purchase price, they can easily be resold after a couple of years and can get updates for longer periods of time.
