Forums
New posts
Search forums
News
Security News
Technology News
Giveaways
Giveaways, Promotions and Contests
Discounts & Deals
Reviews
Users Reviews
Video Reviews
Support
Windows Malware Removal Help & Support
Mac Malware Removal Help & Support
Mobile Malware Removal Help & Support
Blog
Log in
Register
What's new
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
Reply to thread
Menu
Install the app
Install
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Forums
Security
Guides - Privacy & Security Tips
5 Ways to Repurpose Old PCs and Laptops
Message
<blockquote data-quote="Logethica" data-source="post: 531402" data-attributes="member: 53555"><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px">5 Ways to Repurpose an Old PC with Open Source Software:</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px">SOURCE: <a href="http://www.smallbusinesscomputing.com/tipsforsmallbusiness/repurpose-old-pc-with-open-source-software.html" target="_blank">smallbusinesscomputing.com</a></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px"></span></p><p>Most small businesses refresh their desktops and laptops every three to five years, but that process brings up a thorny question: What should you do with the old equipment? Answer: learn how to repurpose old PCs and laptops.</p><p>...how about recycling? Often, this is the best option, but it's neither care- nor hassle-free. Some PC manufacturers offer recycling programs, but many don't. It can be very difficult to find a reputable recycling firm that charges reasonable rates, and the process can be time-consuming and frustrating. And even your best recycling intentions can end badly. Consider this chilling story—<strong><a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/news/following-the-trail-of-toxic-e-waste/" target="_blank">Following The Trail Of Toxic E-Waste</a></strong>—that <em>60 Minutes</em> ran in 2008</p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong>How to Repurpose Old PCs and Laptops</strong></span></p><p>As a result, a lot of small businesses have a closet somewhere that is full of old computers and related junk, and no one knows what to do with it. However, The open source community has created a number of projects that can breathe new life into aging PCs. Here are five ways to repurpose old laptops and PCs. And don’t worry; they're within the realm of possibility for small businesses with a small (or non-existent) IT staff..</p><p></p><ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong>Turn Your Old PC into a Network Security Appliance</strong></span></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong>Set Up a Small Business Server</strong></span></strong></span></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong>Repurpose an Old PC with Desktop Linux</strong></span></strong></span></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong>Build Your Own Data Storage Solution</strong></span></strong></span></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px"><strong>Create Another Type of Server or Appliance.</strong></span><br /> </strong></span></li> </ol><p><strong><span style="font-size: 15px">To read the full article,and for information on how to achieve the above 5 goals (As well as recommended Open-Source Software) please visit the link at the top of the page.</span></strong></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Logethica, post: 531402, member: 53555"] [B][SIZE=5]5 Ways to Repurpose an Old PC with Open Source Software:[/SIZE][/B] [SIZE=3]SOURCE: [URL=http://www.smallbusinesscomputing.com/tipsforsmallbusiness/repurpose-old-pc-with-open-source-software.html]smallbusinesscomputing.com[/URL] [/SIZE] Most small businesses refresh their desktops and laptops every three to five years, but that process brings up a thorny question: What should you do with the old equipment? Answer: learn how to repurpose old PCs and laptops. ...how about recycling? Often, this is the best option, but it's neither care- nor hassle-free. Some PC manufacturers offer recycling programs, but many don't. It can be very difficult to find a reputable recycling firm that charges reasonable rates, and the process can be time-consuming and frustrating. And even your best recycling intentions can end badly. Consider this chilling story—[B][URL='http://www.cbsnews.com/news/following-the-trail-of-toxic-e-waste/']Following The Trail Of Toxic E-Waste[/URL][/B]—that [I]60 Minutes[/I] ran in 2008 [SIZE=5][B]How to Repurpose Old PCs and Laptops[/B][/SIZE] As a result, a lot of small businesses have a closet somewhere that is full of old computers and related junk, and no one knows what to do with it. However, The open source community has created a number of projects that can breathe new life into aging PCs. Here are five ways to repurpose old laptops and PCs. And don’t worry; they're within the realm of possibility for small businesses with a small (or non-existent) IT staff.. [LIST=1] [*][SIZE=5][B]Turn Your Old PC into a Network Security Appliance[/B][/SIZE] [*][SIZE=5][B][SIZE=5][B]Set Up a Small Business Server[/B][/SIZE][/B][/SIZE] [*][SIZE=5][B][SIZE=5][B]Repurpose an Old PC with Desktop Linux[/B][/SIZE][/B][/SIZE] [*][SIZE=5][B][SIZE=5][B]Build Your Own Data Storage Solution[/B][/SIZE][/B][/SIZE] [*][SIZE=5][B][SIZE=5][B]Create Another Type of Server or Appliance.[/B][/SIZE] [/B][/SIZE] [/LIST] [B][SIZE=4]To read the full article,and for information on how to achieve the above 5 goals (As well as recommended Open-Source Software) please visit the link at the top of the page.[/SIZE][/B] [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Post reply
Top