> my partner is a non-tech woodworker

Ok, first, some HN humor: Uhh... that is like catnip for HN dudes (and dudettes?).

Can I ask a stupid question? (No trolling here.) Does she use the Chromebooks as part of her work in the wood shop? Or is she a big rough/clumsy with her laptops... so ultra-tough Chromebooks are a good fit for her "personal working style"?