Beginning a round of computer upgrades [View all]
Haven't visited this problem in 7 years, and it's time. I am handling my problems well, and really don't have any questions to ask, but here are a couple observations.
First, my Intel Core 2 Duo has been deteriorating in performance. Not that it's not shop-worn and could use a face lift. Literally. But I decided to see what was available in the form of upgrades. I'm running Linux Mint Cinnamon Sylvia. I got to am upgrade site, and did some prep work for the upgrade to 19.2 I think it is, Tessa. WELL! Doing just the video upgrade has brought this dinosaur back to life! Instant improvement on video, tab change speed, responsiveness. Might not do much more for awhile.
Two, and finally, upgrade parts for oldie but goodie machines on eBay are very cheap. Grabbed 4G of DIMM memory, 800mhz for a 2007 desktop for $9. It may - may - enable a CPU swap as well, have to see how it handles more memory. This despite being the dreaded BIOS locked HP mobo. Or I think it's locked. It was replaced about a year after I bought it, and I didn't go through HP. Bought a direct Chinese import. It might be unfettered, have to check the BIOS on boot.
Don't know what to do with an old laptop. Here in PA electronics must be recycled, for a fee. So might sell it off working for upgrades before it becomes a liability.
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