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ChromeOS System Administrator's Guide

ChromeOS System Administrator's Guide

By : Dr. Willie Sanders, Jr.
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ChromeOS System Administrator's Guide

ChromeOS System Administrator's Guide

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By: Dr. Willie Sanders, Jr.

Overview of this book

Google's ChromeOS provides a great platform for technicians, system administrators, developers, and casual users alike, providing a seemingly simplistic architecture that is easy enough for a novice user to begin working with. However, beneath the surface, this operating system boasts a plethora of powerful tools, able to rival any other OS on the market. So, learning how to harness the full potential of the OS is critical for you as a technical worker and user to thrive at your workplace. ChromeOS System Administrator’s Guide will help you reap the benefits of all features of ChromeOS. This book explains ChromeOS’ unique architecture and its built-in tools that perform essential tasks such as managing user accounts, working with data, and launching applications. As you build your foundational knowledge of the OS, you'll be exposed to higher-level concepts such as security, command line, and enterprise management. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-equipped to perform a range of system administration tasks within ChromeOS without requiring an alternative operating system, thereby broadening your options as a technician, system administrator, developer, or engineer.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)
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Part 1:Working with ChromeOS
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Part 2:Security and Troubleshooting
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Part 3:Advanced Administration

Chrome browser-based settings

As you know, the Chrome browser is a critical component of ChromeOS. It provides the core functionality around which the entire operating system revolves. Therefore, it goes without saying that it must also be secured against cyberattacks. Many of the security features previously mentioned in the chapter have an effect on the security of the Chrome browser. However, there are several additional tools and features incorporated into the browser itself to harden it against attacks. These tools focus primarily on protecting the confidentiality and privacy of the browser’s users and their data.

To access the Chrome browser’s security settings, follow these steps:

  1. Launch the Chrome browser.
  2. In the upper-right corner of the browser window, click on the three dots to view the Customize and Control menu.
  3. Select the Settings option from the menu.
  4. On the Chrome browser Settings page, select the Privacy and Security option.
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