How to Manage Site Permissions: Camera, Microphone, and Location on a Chromebook
A website asking for camera, mic, or location access on your Chromebook? Here's how to control, block, or fix those permissions system-wide or per site.
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Powerwash, recovery, updates, settings and ChromeOS tips.
Chromebook Security Explained: How ChromeOS Protects You from Malware
Do Chromebooks need antivirus software? Here's how ChromeOS's Verified Boot and sandboxing actually protect you, and where the real risks still are.
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How to Set Up 2-Step Verification for Your Google Account on a Chromebook
Want to protect your Chromebook's Google Account from being hacked? Here's how to turn on 2-Step Verification and pick the right method for you.
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How to Add or Remove a Google Account on a Chromebook
Need to add a second Google Account or remove one you no longer use on your Chromebook? Here's how, without wiping your device.
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How to Set Up a VPN on a Chromebook
Need a VPN on your Chromebook for privacy, remote work, or streaming? Here's how to set one up using ChromeOS's built-in client or an Android app.
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How to Use Chrome’s Privacy Guide and Safety Check on a Chromebook
Want a quick health check on your Chromebook's passwords, extensions, and privacy settings? Here's how to run Chrome's built-in Safety Check and Privacy Guide.
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How to Format and Manage SD Cards and USB Drives on a Chromebook
SD card or USB drive not showing up right on your Chromebook, or you need to reformat it? Here's how to format, rename, and safely eject external storage.
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How to Add Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive to the Files App on a Chromebook
Want Dropbox and OneDrive to show up next to Google Drive in your Files app? Here's how to connect both cloud accounts on a Chromebook.
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How to Change Language and Keyboard Input Settings on a Chromebook
Need to type in another language or switch keyboard layouts on your Chromebook? Here's how to add languages and input methods.
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How to Use Google Password Manager on a Chromebook
Want to stop retyping passwords on your Chromebook? Here's how to use, check, and clean up Google Password Manager.
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