The release of Chrome OS 106 is now available, which is based on the Linux kernel, the upstart system manager, the ebuild/portage build tools, open components, and Chrome browser 106. 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 source code is distributed under the Apache 2.0 free license. Chrome OS 106 is available for most current Chromebook models. For use on regular computers, a Chrome OS Flex edition is offered. Enthusiasts are also creating unofficial builds for standard computers with x86, x86_64, and ARM processors.
Key changes in Chrome OS 106:
- In the Cursive app, designed for handwritten notes, idea structuring, and simple drawings, stylus settings are now saved between restarts. Parameters such as pen and marker color and size are remembered.
- The behavior of link handlers has changed. Installed applications no longer handle link transitions by default; all links open in the browser, but this behavior can be adjusted in the settings.
- Ten vulnerabilities have been fixed, three of which are categorized as critical: insufficient input validation in DevTools (CVE-2022-3201) and access to already freed memory in Ash (CVE-2022-3305, CVE-2022-3306).
Additionally, the announcement of the first gaming laptops (Chromebooks) by Acer, ASUS, and Lenovo has been made. These laptops come with Chrome OS and are designed for cloud gaming services. They feature displays with a 120Hz refresh rate, gaming keyboards with input delays of less than 85ms, RGB lighting, Wi-Fi 6, Intel Core i3/i5 CPUs, 8GB of RAM, and advanced sound systems. Support for NVIDIA GeForce NOW, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Amazon Luna gaming services has been announced, providing free access to approximately 200 games from a total collection of 1500 games, including Control Ultimate Edition, Overcooked 2, Fortnite, and League of Legends.
Source: opennet.ru
