A release of the Chrome OS 111 operating system is available, based on the Linux kernel, the upstart system manager, the ebuild / portage assembly tool, open components and the Chrome 111 web browser. The Chrome OS user environment is limited to a web browser, and web applications are involved instead of standard programs, however, Chrome OS includes a full multi-window interface, desktop and taskbar. The source texts are distributed under the Apache 2.0 free license. Chrome OS build 111 is available for most current Chromebook models. Chrome OS Flex edition is offered for use on regular computers.
Key changes in Chrome OS 111:
- A simpler and faster way to pair with Bluetooth devices and Android smartphones has been proposed. After turning on the device for which the Fast Pair mode is enabled, the platform automatically detects a new device and allows you to connect it with one click. Bluetooth devices are linked to a Google account, making it easy to switch between devices.
- A tooltip for available keyboard shortcuts has been added to the text editor.
- For centrally managed devices, the ability to identify the device from which the print job was sent was provided. Source information is passed through the client-info IPP attribute.
Source: opennet.ru