Dec 6, 2023

I have a Chromebook Acer C720, it's current version is: Version 76.0.3809.136.

My problem is that certain sites will not load and claim it needs an update, but in my settings I search for updates to which I'm told there are none. I've checked numerous of times, restarted the damn thing, and cleared all possible cache. It was given to me from highschool, but I've graduted long since then, so I'm sure any administrative features have been removed since then. What else can I do?

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Fred JR

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Dec 6, 2023

That is a very old Chromebook Auto updates ended many years ago.

Can You Update Chromebooks After AUE

It would depend on what version you are currently using, if it's not the latest version for your device then it should get an update.

Older Chromebooks have older hardware parts, and these parts eventually lose the ability to get the latest updates. If your Chromebook is more than 5-8 years old depending on the model, you might see this message: "This device will no longer receive software updates. You can continue using your computer but should consider upgrading."

Please note that even though you have received that message it will likely be two years or more before certain websites may not load properly due to the Chrome browser being out of date. So it is nothing to be concerned about.

What you're at risk of is website access

Banks, Medical sites, and Streaming services all require more security than average sites so, those will fail first.

If none of the above are of concern then no issues short term.

Other Options

You could install Linux or MrChromebox operating systems.

If this issue is happening on a new Chromebook you should return it and get a refund.

Hope this helped

Fred