5 Reasons Why Chromebooks Are Better for Students in Pakistan

In Pakistan where education is changing fast with the growing access to technology, it is important to consider the right choice of device to be used by students. Chromebooks have proved to be a favorite among most students and even educators. 

This paper discusses the reasons why Chromebooks may appeal to students in Pakistan, and why there are five primary reasons behind this claim based on personal experience, experience, and reliable information.

1. Affordability and Accessibility

Purchasing good quality laptops is one of the greatest challenges that students face in Pakistan. The chromebooks are also a cheaper alternative that does not compromise on necessary functions. Most Chromebooks are sold between PKR 20,000 and PKR 40,000 unlike the traditional laptops that cost more than PKR 60,000 and therefore are affordable to a larger range of students.

Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets and Slides) are cloud-based and are delivered on chromebooks. This will help to save on the expenses of purchasing the expensive software packages, and this would save the entire cost on the part of the students and their families.

2. Simplicity and Speed

Learners do not usually require some complicated program or processing. Chromebooks are operating on Chrome OS, which is a lightweight, fast, and simple operating system. The times to boot are usually less than 10 seconds with students being able to get working immediately.

This smooth experience comes in particularly handy in Pakistan where frequent power and internet cuts affect most students. 

Chromebooks have the ability to work offline with Google Docs and other applications and synchronize work when the network is available again, which is an essential quality of the product in those places where the connection is not very strong.

3. Security and Reliability

A significant issue to any device that is employed in education is security. Chromebooks have security features that are inbuilt such as automatic updates, sandboxing and verified boot which prevent malware and viruses, which do not necessitate use of extra antivirus application.

In the case of Pakistani students who might have no access to specialized IT support, this reliability would imply fewer interruptions. The cloud-based storage of Chromebook also prevents the possibility of losing the work due to the breakdown of devices and keeps the work of students safe and available in any place.

4. Combination with Google Classroom and Educational Apps

Google Classroom has emerged as an international norm of online learning, particularly being accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools in Pakistan are adopting more the use of Google Classroom in assignments, communication, and grading.

The chromebooks are compatible with Google Classroom and other educational applications available in Google Play Store. This is integrated to make the process of learning easier, the students are able to concentrate in their studies and not on the technical problems.

5. Enduring battery life and Portability

Pakistan students usually travel long distances to reach university or school. It is necessary to have a product that is light and has great power capacity so that one can be productive even during the day. Chromebooks come with a battery life of 8 to 12 hours, which is superior to several older laptops.

Chromebooks are also easy to carry around due to their slim and lightweight design which makes them less cumbersome to the students who are required to carry their devices with them on a daily basis.

Comparison Table: Chromebooks vs Traditional Laptops for Pakistani Students

FAQs

Q1: Are all the computer programs needed by the Pakistani schools compatible to Chromebooks?

Most Android applications and cloud-based apps work with chromebooks. In the case of specialized software, schools tend to offer web-based alternatives that are compatible with Chrome OS.

Q2: Does the Chromebooks suit students who have a desire to study engineering or design?

Chromebooks are better in general education; however, students with high-level requirements will use expensive software like CAD or video editing will be in need of conventional laptops. Numerous design tools have however, been web-based and can be used on Chromebooks.

Q3: How do the Chromebooks cope with the internet connectivity problems prevalent in Pakistan?

Many apps work in offline mode on chromebooks and students can continue working even without internet and save to use later which is best suited to the intermittent connectivity.

Q4: Do Chromebooks last long enough to be used by students on a day-to-day basis?

A lot of Chromebooks have designs of ruggedness that is specially designed to meet educational purposes and thus making the device very durable and easy to use everyday by the school-going students.

Conclusion

The Chromebooks will be a viable and effective alternative to the Pakistani students, as it is affordable, user-friendly, secure and well integrated with the learning software. The fact that they can operate without the internet and they have a long battery life only makes them more appropriate in a country with various infrastructure issues.

When a student buys a Chromebook, they can have a well-known, safe, and affordable device that would help in their academic process. To get a closer idea at the benefits of Chromebook education, you may refer to the education technology section of Forbes.