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A laptop is a full computer system that is compact and easy to take on the go. You can buy laptops with either the Windows or Mac operating system on it that either meets or exceeds the minimum requirements we mention in the previous section. The Chromebook is a type of laptop that uses the Google Chrome operating system. It is specifically designed to run cloud-based applications, much like smartphones and tablets. Due to the limitation of relying solely on cloud-based applications, a Chromebook is often dramatically cheaper than a laptop. For the most part, you can accomplish much of your coursework on a Chromebook, though we recommend that you check the minimum requirements of your institution before making the investment. Many specialty programs cannot be installed on a Chromebook. Most Chromebooks and laptops come with a webcam built in.