Google acquires CloudReady OS that turns old PCs into Chromebooks

Neverware lets you turn old PCs and Macs into Chromebook-esque devices through its CloudReady OS. While primarily aimed at schools and enterprises, a free Home" edition for everyone is available. Google has now acquired Neverware and CloudReady with plans to integrate it with Chrome OS.

Seems like a reasonable acquisition. I've always found it odd that Google hasn't tried to push Chrome OS as a downloadable, installable operating system for people to install. The only way to really experience Chrome OS is to buy a device that comes with it, which often simply doesn't make any sense. I hope this acquisition means Google intends to offer a version of Chrome OS that we can freely download and install.