SEE: 5 tips for getting the most from your Asus Chromebit (TechRepublic) So, I installed Steam, then ran Civilization V in Paperspace on my Asus Chromebit. In addition to business application use, Paperspace promotes the service for gaming. As of June 2016, Paperspace requires you to sign up for a wait list for an account. (Frame also offers an iOS app, Frame Terminal, to run your Windows apps from an iPhone or iPad.) Frame also supports single sign-on with either Google or Active Directory. For example, a system administrator could install AutoCAD for engineers, Photoshop for designers, and the Slack web app for everyone. The business plans allow an administrator to configure and deploy Windows and web apps for users.

Your Chromebook with just 2GB of RAM can run apps on a system with 2 to 32 times as much RAM (or more!).įra.me offers both personal and business plans. For example, both Frame and Paperspace allow you to select systems that offer better performance–more processors, increased RAM, and better graphics. You can also pay more to access a more powerful system. (Note: If you choose a limited usage plan, remember to end your desktop session properly so you don’t leave your hourly usage meter running.) MacinCloud monthly plans start at $20 per month, but they also offer a bundle of 30 hours for $30 pre-paid, without the monthly fee. Paperspace plans start as low as $5 per month, plus $.10 per hour for their base system. Frame personal plans start at $9.99 per month, which you can use for 20 hours access to their base system. Hiring kit: Android developer (TechRepublic Premium)Īll three providers offer monthly plans. In every case, setup is similar: Login to your desktop-as-a-service provider, create an account, enter your payment information, start your desktop, then install your apps.īest unified communications platform providers Run XCode from your Chromebook to create iOS apps. Run an educational app that requires Java.

Use Quickbooks to manage your business financials. Frame and Paperspace provide access to the Windows platform, while MacinCloud gives you access to macOS.Īll three of these providers let your Chromebook run Windows or Mac apps remotely. You can run Windows or macOS apps from your Chromebook thanks to Fra.me,, and, which each supply a desktop-to-your-browser. Now you can rely on the simplicity of Chrome OS for most work, and pay to access Mac or PC apps as needed with services like Fra.me,, and. How to run Windows or Mac apps from your Chromebook

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