Google are expected to launch their Google Chrome OS and a Google Chrome branded netbook later today, and now it looks like they have just launched a beta version of their Google Cloud Print.
Google Cloud Print takes the printer drivers you normally need on your computer, and installs them on Google’s servers, this enables you to print directly to your printer from a wide range of devices, no matter what OS they are running.
By connecting your printer with the Google Cloud you will be able to print to your printer from any computer or smart phone, regardless of where you are. Just activate the Google Cloud Print connector in Google Chrome and your printer will automatically be available to you from Google Cloud Print enabled web and mobile apps.
How Google Cloud Print Works
Google Cloud Print is designed to make printing more accessible and convenient. Traditional printing requires a direct connection between your device and the printer, often necessitating the installation of specific drivers. Google Cloud Print eliminates this need by hosting the printer drivers on Google’s servers. When you send a print job, it is routed through Google’s cloud infrastructure, which then communicates with your printer to complete the task. This means you can print from any device, whether it’s a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone, without worrying about compatibility issues.
Benefits and Use Cases
One of the primary benefits of Google Cloud Print is its versatility. For instance, imagine you’re traveling for work and need to print a document for a meeting. With Google Cloud Print, you can send the document to your office printer from your hotel room, ensuring it’s ready when you arrive. Similarly, families can use Google Cloud Print to manage household printing needs. Parents can print school forms from their smartphones while on the go, and children can print homework assignments from their tablets.
Another significant advantage is the ability to share printers. Google Cloud Print allows you to share your printer with others, making it ideal for small businesses and collaborative environments. For example, a team working on a project can share a single printer, streamlining the workflow and reducing the need for multiple devices.
Security is also a key consideration. Google Cloud Print uses secure connections to transmit print jobs, ensuring that your documents remain private and protected. Additionally, you can manage and monitor your print jobs through the Google Cloud Print dashboard, giving you control over what gets printed and when.
You can find out more information about Google Cloud Print over at the Google Chrome website.
via TechCrunch
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