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Chromebook and desktop version is this compatible?

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March 9, 2022
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I need to use the desktop version of TurboTax to file my S-corp taxes and I only have Mac products. Was considering getting a Chromebook as they are inexpensive so that I do not have to go 30 minutes to my Parent's home to use their computer to do taxes next year. Is Turbo tax business for desktop work for on a Chromebook with internet access?

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HelenC12

@lmeyer212

No, you can't install TurboTax on a Chromebook.

Here are the minimum system requirements for TurboTax 2018 through 2021 software for Windows Basic, Deluxe, Premier, Home & Business, and Business editions. We no longer sell or support TurboTax for 2017 or earlier tax years.

Operating System

2021: Windows 8.1 or higher (Windows 8 not supported)
2020: Windows 8 or higher (Windows 7 not supported)
2019: Windows 10, Windows 8.0/8.1. Although TurboTax 2019 will install on Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or later), we strongly recommend upgrading your operating system before installing
2018: Windows 10, Windows 8.0/8.1, or Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or later)

Administrator rights are required to install and run TurboTax.

Processor: Pentium 4 or Athlon or later

Hard Drive Space

2020 - 2021: 1 GB for TurboTax (plus up to 4.5 GB for Microsoft .NET 4.5.2 if not already installed)
2019: 2 GB, plus up to 4.5 GB for Microsoft.NET 4.5.2 client if not already installed
2018: 650 MB, plus up to 4.5 GB for Microsoft.NET 4.5.2 client if not already installed

RAM

2019 - 2021: 2 GB or more recommended
2018: 1 GB or more recommended

CD/DVD drive if installing from the CD.

Internet connection

2020 - 2021: 1 Mbps modem (broadband connection highly recommended). Required for product activation, software updates and optional online features
2019: 1 Mbps recommended speed. Internet connection is required for product activation and updates
2018: 56 Kbps to e-file and download updates (broadband recommended)

Monitor resolution: 1024x768 or higher recommended

To view your tax forms onscreen, you'll need Adobe Reader 11 or higher (plus a Windows-compatible printer if you want to print paper copies).

Note: If you just meet the minimum system requirements, TurboTax may run slowly on your computer. We recommend exceeding these requirements for best performance.

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[Edited 03/10/22|1:17 pm PST]

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