I just received two really old pcs, they're both either pre- windows 95 or about that generation technology, is there anything i can salvage from them? anything that's still useable today? ram maybe?
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Run Linux. Start from reallySmallLinux and work up. Linux can do all most PC users want - Email, web, simple documents.
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1) "The types of equipment that can usefully be reused are: Base units, minimum specifications: Pentium III 733Mhz processor ,128 Mb of RAM, 10 GB Hard Drive CRT monitors - 15" or 17" only Flatscreen monitors (complete with stands) Laser printers Other and older equipment is unlikely to be able to be reused and will need to be recycled" Source: http://www.digital-links.org/menu-id-2.asp 2) "There are a large number of organisations who will take your old computer and other IT equipment and arrange for it to be reused. Occasionally you may be able to realise some cash or you may simply want to dispose of the equipment within the law. Always, it is better to have passed on your computer to benefit someone else, avoiding the environmental dangers of disposal in landfill or incinerators. Computers normally contain some hazardous materials." (a extensive list of organizations follows) Source: http://www.envocare.co.uk/computers.htm 3) of course, you could also still use them for yourself, but I don't think you would have much fun with them, if you already have a more recent PC. Except, you are a nostalgist.
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turn them into servers :P and run linux on them to get the most out of their use.
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You could always recycle them! There is a service called ecycle which is run by Remploy, and recycle old computers: http://www.remployecycle.co.uk/ Remploy is a not-for-profit organisation that works with disabled people in the UK. Their e-cycle service helps businesses re-sell, re-use or recycle their old IT equipment, so you will be helping both the environment and disabled people!
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