Why I Maintain a 17 Year Old Thinkpad

Maintaining an old ThinkPad is a testament to its robust design, modularity, and repairability, as explained through the lens of Nassim Nicholas Taleb's theories of fragility and robustness. Unlike modern MacBooks, which are powerful but fragile due to soldered components and limited repair options, ThinkPads remain serviceable and useful for basic tasks because of their swappable parts and open ecosystem. The ThinkPad's longevity aligns with the Lindy Effect, suggesting it will continue to be useful for many years to come.