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Google has acquired software virtualization company Cameyo, marking a significant step forward in integrating Windows apps into ChromeOS. This move aims to strengthen ChromeOS’ presence in the enterprise sector, offering robust virtualization solutions.
The relationship between Google and Cameyo is not new. Since last year, both companies had collaborated to integrate Windows desktop applications in a virtualized way in ChromeOS. This collaboration has enabled legacy apps to run on ChromeOS as if they were progressive web apps, offering deep local file system integration and better clipboard support.
Cameyo’s Virtual App Delivery (VAD) technology designed for ChromeOS is an ideal solution for businesses that want to reduce their dependence on Windows or integrate ChromeOS devices into their technology infrastructure. It allows you to run virtualized Windows applications directly on ChromeOS, offering an experience without the need to manage a full Windows operating system.
With an increase in the adoption of cloud-based solutions and web technologies, Google is positioning itself to attract more businesses to ChromeOS. Chromebooks have traditionally found notable reception in the education sector, especially in the US, where they accounted for more than 80% of global Chromebook shipments in the second quarter of 2023, according to data from Canalys.
Google’s acquisition of Cameyo not only strengthens the functionality of ChromeOS for business users, but also presents a viable alternative to Windows for desktop applications in the enterprise space.
What do you think about the potential of ChromeOS with these new capabilities?
