What Can I Do with Extra Laptop?

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Also, what can I do with an extra computer?

Here are some additional options:

1. Build your own personal cloud server.
2. Sell the computer – part it out and sell parts individually or sell as a whole.
3. Contribute to open source projects – connect the extra PC to the internet and contribute to projects such as Berkley's [email protected]

Also Know, what can I do with an old slow laptop? How to speed up a slow laptop or PC (Windows 10, 8 or 7) for free

1. Close system tray programs.
2. Stop programs running on startup.
3. Update your OS, drivers, and apps.
4. Delete unnecessary files.
5. Find programs that eat up resources.
6. Adjust your power options.
7. Uninstall programs you don't use.
8. Turn Windows features on or off.

Keeping this in consideration, can I throw away a laptop?

Recycling is simple. Microsoft maintains a list of local recycling facilities for drop-off. In addition, most Best Buys accept laptops for recycling. A final reminder: Even if you recycle your laptop, be sure to clean your hard drive.

How do you destroy a hard drive?

When disposing of an old PC, there is really only one way to securely erase the information on the hard drive: You must destroy the magnetic platter inside. Use a T7 screwdriver to remove as many screws as you can access. You'll probably be able to remove the main circuit board from the enclosure.