The typical computer gets replaced after about five years of service. Computers with Windows installed produce less legitimate work as they grow older. Using Linux will at least double the usable lifetime of a computer and at no cost. This keeps those computers out of the landfill (at worst) and out of recycling centers (at best)

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What happens to old computers?Linux to the rescueNon-standard hardwareStandard buildsRecycling old computer partsSome final thoughts

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