Buying a new MacBook? It’s tempting when there are all those tempting new features or a lot more power than the previous generation. The real question is what to do with your old MacBook to get the most out of it.
6 Things You Can Do With An Old Mac
We got you. Here are our six favorite ways to upcycle that old Macbook!
MacBooks traditionally have great displays, so you might consider keeping your old one after you upgrade just for streaming media. Streaming video from Apple TV, Netflix, and other sources doesn’t use much power, so even older MacBooks can handle the task pretty well.
Chrome OS is a Linux-based operating system, but it is very lightweight and focused on web browsing, email, and streaming tasks. Its system requirements are not as strict as macOS, so you may be able to install Chrome OS on your Mac after your Mac can no longer receive official updates. After installing Chrome OS, you can also use a full version of Linux on a Chromebook if basic web functionality isn't enough.
