Chromebook/laptop help

[mumofBeth]

Just found out that dd's college course is going to be blended learning and we only have a very old laptop. She would like a Chromebook due to size/weight but I know nothing about these at all. I know that she will need to access PowerPoint and word. Can anyone advise if this can be done on a Chromebook and any advice on a budget friendly Chromebook or small laptop? I would usually research for ages before buying anything but this has to be a speedy purchase so realk any advice at all welcome!

Mumsnrt can this be moved to geeky stuff please? Not sure how I've ended up posting in food again!

Heck with the college as to what platforms they'll be using. Chrome books are fine if they're a google school but if not I'd go for a laptop.

Thanks, I'll look in to that.

Yes, you can use word /ppt on Chromebooks! Youd just download the relevant apps, as with a smartphone.

The very old Chromebooks possibly aren't compatible, so I'd do a quick google of the intended model just to double check that you can.