Molaker
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Trying to run today's operating systems and applications with old outdated hardware is like attempting to drive the Interstates in a Model T. You can do it, but it won't be much fun.
Molaker said:Trying to run today's operating systems and applications with old outdated hardware is like attempting to drive the Interstates in a Model T. You can do it, but it won't be much fun.
8Muddypaws said:If you just 'slap an SSD in a computer' you will eventually be disappointed.
This guide explains everything you need : https://www.back2gaming.com/guides/ssd-optimization-for-windows-10-windows-8-and-8-1/
docj said:Agreed, I've been upgrading (replacing) my computers on a 2-3 year cycle for more than a decade. Sure, my old Atari 800 had a word processing program and a spreadsheet all of which fit in 48K of RAM. But those days are long gone.
8Muddypaws said:FWIW it will work better and last longer if you follow the advice of experts. There are hundreds of pages that present the same advice.
Which is exactly why it is so wonderful and it took over the laptop market. I have been using Chromebooks since 2012 and I just took delivery of my third Chromebook. I have a 15 inch I was using as my primary surfboard. Two months ago I got an exercise bike and moved the 15 inch to the handlebars so I can watch a bike ride video, listen to some rock and roll and have a 20 minute timer to tell me when to quit. I bought an 11 inch Chromebook to do my surfing on. And I just got this 14 inch gold one that is dynamite looking. I am using it to type this and it will go on my electronic drum set on a swivel so I can use it while playing drums or turn it around to use it when playing piano.egalt said:Chromebook is nothing but a browser with a keyboard...hence the speed. That's about it. (And the cheap price)
I love my 11 inch Acer the most. It weighs almost nothing and is real handy. I keep it next to me all day long and when a commercial comes on I can pick it up, check my email and surf a little bit and close it back up in less than a minute. With a Chromebook you are given a whole bunch of free storage online. I have about 3000 photos on mine. And there is no difference between having them hosted locally or online.hedhunter9 said:Seilerbird.
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Meanwhile I now own three Chromebooks. The three of them together cost the same as the Windows laptop. One is mounted on my drum set, one on my exercise bike and one I use for surfing while watching TV.
My old laptop with W7 pro version is getting long in the tooth and starting to have issues..
Been thinking about a Chromebook.
I just cruise facebook, this site and a few others, Do some ordering online, and store a ton of my wifes pictures on the laptop (and external drive)
What Chromebook can you recommend ?
Bob