What’s the difference between
CloudReady & Chromebooks ? Full functionality, but different than Chrome
Updates
Encryption
Security & Updates
Apps & Sharing
Security
Partial functionality
Does not work
To maintain compatibility, updates are delivered directly from Neverware and will lag slightly behind Google. Read more CloudReady encrypts sensitive network and user data the same way Chromebooks do.i
CloudReady does not support verified boot, and so strict BIOS security settings are recommended for after install. In-OS security settings are the same.
Data Removal
Powerwashing is disabled on CloudReady to preserve Neverware
Supervised User
Supervised users cannot be created and cannot log in on
Google Play Store
CloudReady does not offer compatibility with Android apps through
Files App Sharing
The local Files app’s “share” functionality does not work - sharing
Microsoft File Formats
This extension must be manually installed to open Microsoft Office
DRM-Protected Streaming Video
As of CloudReady v54.2, DRM-protected content, including that from
customizations. If you need to wipe a computer, reinstall by following standard instructions.
CloudReady.
the Google Play Store at this time.
must be done via drive.google.com.
files from the Files app. The Google MGMT console is the best way to install.
Amazon, Hulu, Netflix, and Google Play, can be used on CloudReady by enabling the Widevine media plugin via Settings > Media Plugins (in the Home Edition) or via my.neverware.com (in all other Editions).
Adobe Flash
As of CloudReady v54.2, Adobe Flash can be enabled via Settings > Media Plugins (in the Home Edition) or via my.neverware.com (in all other Editions).
Other Utilities
Geolocation
CloudReady does not support geolocation services. Websites,
Translation
Webpage translation does not currently work on CloudReady, though
Zhuyin Input
The phonetic Chinese input method “Zhuyin” does not work on
Voice Search and Input
Google voice search and voice-input are not supported by
Proprietary Media Components
As of CloudReady v54.2, the proprietary media components used
including Google Maps, cannot determine your location.
translate.google.com will work.
CloudReady.
CloudReady at this time, and will generally not work.
for h.264 video, mp4 files, and others, can be enabled via Settings > Media Plugins (in the Home Edition) or via my.neverware.com (in all other Editions).
Contact Support
[email protected] 855 979 9199
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