By default, the Google Chrome browser can currently only be downloaded and installed when connected to the Internet. The small file you download will launch the installer, which will then travel to the Internet to download the rest of the Google Chrome files.
However, for IT administrators who want to install Chrome on computers that are not connected to the Internet, or want to install Chrome on multiple computers at the same time, this is not a good option.
If you can download an offline or offline installer for Google Chrome, spreading the browser to hundreds or even thousands of computers through Active Directory is a breeze. Fortunately, there is an easy way to download the offline installer for Google Chrome with a little URL hack.
Download Chrome Standalone Installer
You can download the latest official offline version of the Google Chrome browser by following this link:
https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/desktop/index.html?standalone=1
Notice the standalone = 1 parameter added to the end of the URL. As a result, you will receive a complete installer, which can then be installed on your local system without the need for an Internet connection.
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You will be asked standard questions such as whether you want to set Chrome as your default browser and whether you want to help improve Chrome by submitting usage data. Obviously this will depend on your local settings and preferences.
You will be able to tell that you are downloading a custom installation because the filename will be ChromeStandaloneSetup64.exe. You can also download the latest official offline beta version of the Google Chrome browser from this link:
https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/desktop/index.html?extra=betachannel&standalone=1
You will receive the same questions as above, but this time the file will be named ChromeBetaStandaloneSetup64.exe.
The only possible downside to using these offline installers is that the automatic update feature may not work properly. So keep this in mind when using the offline installer to distribute software to multiple computers at the same time. Personally, I tested it on multiple computers and the browser refreshed fine with no errors. Enjoy!
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