Can Chrome apps and extensions be force-installed on Chromebooks in an education domain?

Chrome apps and extensions can indeed be force-installed on Chromebooks within an education domain. This capability is particularly beneficial for educational institutions that want to ensure that all students and staff have access to specific tools and resources that support their learning and teaching processes.

When devices are managed through Google Workspace for Education, administrators have the authority to push certain applications and extensions directly to users’ devices. This means that when a student or teacher logs into their Chromebook, the specified apps and extensions will automatically install without requiring individual user action. This feature helps maintain a consistent digital learning environment across all users in the domain.

Force-installing apps and extensions can also enhance security and compliance, as schools can control which applications are used and ensure they meet educational standards and guidelines. This method promotes an efficient setup process, allowing schools to focus on teaching rather than managing software installations.

In contrast, other options imply varying levels of user choice or limitations on who can install the apps, which does not align with the capabilities that education administrators have when managing Chromebooks in a domain environment.