Google is also working on a list of officially supported Chrome OS Flex devices, complete with information on which features will and will not work. However, whether you have officially certified hardware or not, Chrome OS Flex should work just fine in most circumstances. It’s certainly simple enough to experiment with without committing to it.
Why you should consider using Chrome OS Flex
Chrome OS Flex is perhaps the simplest method to revitalize your old computer, whether it’s running Windows or macOS. While traditional operating systems with full native application support are more powerful than Flex, they are also more demanding on hardware. After a certain age, they may just no longer run well enough to deliver a wonderful experience. Chrome OS Flex requires fewer resources because it is effectively just a glorified browser capable of running web apps (and, depending on your hardware, Linux software).
For many people, web apps are all they require on their home computers. When gaming, scripting, and creative pursuits like photography or videography are removed from the equation, a browser is all that is required to get by. A browser can be used to handle word processing, rudimentary picture editing, emailing, shopping, and even taxes. Many web services also provide an installation shortcut, which allows you to pin them to your taskbar and run them exactly like you would a native program.
