I have owned a couple of HP laptops in Windows. Now that I have both my HP and Dell 11 Chromebook within arms reach I grab the Dell at least 90% of the time for browsing. The chrome operating system is something you have to learn. The keyboard is weird without a standard caps lock or Del key. The touchpad is hard to use the menu key. The biggest selling point is weight and battery life. My biggest grip is an eleven-inch screen is kind of small for older eyes. I wish I could add Android apps too.
I've owned a number of high end laptops. They have all been powerful but at a cost; too heavy, too wide, too slow to boot, etc. I just need something simple: fast, get my email, get to the internet, an occasional video. This Dell Chromebook was straight and simple. I found it refurbished for $89. I love the bulletproof no-slip plastic case. The touch pad works great.
Enduring. Dell's little Chromebook attracts attention with its long battery life and decent input devices. The robust casing makes up for the one or other shortcoming.