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What can you do with your old tech? by Alan Stainer
With Christmas just around the corner, you may be wondering what to do with your old computers and gadgets. Something I do quite often is fix up busted old PCs and laptops, install a secure and lightweight operating system on them like Linux and then use either for myself or my kids. With the addition of Linux they make a great and inexpensive gift for security conscious parents to give to their children. What if a device cannot be saved? Is it destined for Silicon Heaven and the community tip, or can you do something else with it? I know from experience that old CDs make good bird scarers. Just tie a string through the middle and hang them around your fruit and veg. The keys from old keyboards lend themselves to several uses, because they are easily detachable and can be stuck to things. Fridge magnets anyone? How about a decorative picture frame with a personalised message? A quick search online will return lots of ideas with instructions for making things from old PC and laptop components. The Kinder Living team will have a special Kinder Christmas stand at Horsham’s Rotary Club Charity Christmas Market in December. I’ll be there, so if you have any questions or suggestions, why not stop by and say hello. www.alansitsolutions.com
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