Because if there is anything people who constantly install adware on their computer are great at, it's learning new operating systems and giving up old habits.

Because if there is anything people who constantly install adware on their computer are great at, it's learning new operating systems and giving up old habits. At least Windows has remote desktop, your recurring appointment is going to turn into weekly "retraining" sessions. Chrome OS isn't a solution to this, no more than any previous specialized Linux distro. It will work for a small handful of people, but most of your family and friends will reject it instantly, for the reasons Parent listed.