The release of Chrome OS 97, based on the Linux kernel and featuring the upstart system manager, ebuild/portage build tools, open components, and Chrome 97 web browser, has been published. The user environment of Chrome OS is limited to the web browser, utilizing web applications instead of standard programs. However, Chrome OS includes a fully functional multi-window interface, desktop, and taskbar. The Chrome OS 97 build is available for most modern Chromebook models. Enthusiasts have created unofficial builds for regular computers with x86, x86_64, and ARM processors. The source code is distributed under the Apache 2.0 open license.
The major changes in Chrome OS 97 include:
- The functionality for offline spell checking has been implemented, allowing spelling checks in web applications and various input fields without network connectivity.
- The ability to move the screen content magnifier area following the mouse movement has been implemented (Chrome OS Settings > Advanced > Accessibility > Manage accessibility features > Enable fullscreen magnifier).
- The photo gallery application has added sound playback capabilities and the option to open multiple windows for simultaneous viewing or editing of several multimedia files.
- Management Telemetry API has been added to send telemetry data from centrally managed devices (in corporate systems). For example, it supports transmission of CPU, memory, storage, and graphics subsystem status information.
- The interface for information sending settings (e.g., crash reports) has been redesigned. Users can now see all data used when submitting reports.
- The Chrome Policy API, which allows administrators to manage user devices and browsers, has been enhanced to include device settings management. Previously, this API provided access to user settings, printing parameters, applications, and extensions.
- Improved integration with external devices based on the Android platform, such as the added support for screen unlocking from a smartphone, quick device pairing, content transfer between devices, multimedia data broadcasting, and message access.
Source: opennet.ru
