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Old windows 7 laptop what should/could I do with it
I'm trying to figure out what to do with my old Windows 7 laptop. It still works but is slow and outdated, and I want to give it a new purpose or upgrade it somehow. Should I upgrade the hardware, switch to a lightweight Linux distribution, or repurpose it for specific tasks like a media center or a dedicated server? Any advice or suggestions on how to breathe new life into this old device would be greatly appreciated.
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Increase RAM: If your laptop supports it, adding more RAM can significantly improve performance.
Replace HDD with SSD: Swapping out your hard drive for an SSD will make the system much faster and more responsive.
Clean and refurbish: Clean out dust, replace worn-out batteries (if feasible), and ensure cooling systems are working properly.
Use it as a file server, backup server, or network-attached storage (NAS) with tools . like OpenMediaVault or FreeNAS.
Upgrade the hardware (SSD + RAM) then install a lightweight Linux distro. It’s cost-effective, eco-friendly, and extends the device’s usefulness.
Install a Lightweight Linux OS perfect for breathing new life into older hardware.
