Old PC Rescue
Most computers from 2015 onwards still have years of useful life left. Keep yours secure and make it feel fast again, usually for free.
Quick answers
Is my PC too old for Windows 11?
Probably, if it has an Intel processor older than 8th generation or an AMD Ryzen older than the 3000 series (a few Ryzen 2000 desktop chips are supported). Microsoft’s PC Health Check app will tell you for sure.
What’s the single best speed upgrade?
Replacing an old hard drive with an SSD. Start-up and app launch times usually improve dramatically.
Is Windows 10 still safe?
Only if you’re enrolled in Extended Security Updates, which run until October 12, 2027. Here’s how.
Is there a free alternative to Windows?
Linux Mint feels familiar to Windows users. ChromeOS Flex suits people who mostly use a browser.
Guides
- Windows 10 end of support: your 6 options
- Windows 10 ESU explained: cost, enrollment and what it covers
- Can my PC run Windows 11? Check in two minutes
- How to check your CPU generation
- How to enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot
- Installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware: what you should know
- Linux Mint for Windows users: how to switch without surprises
- ChromeOS Flex: what it is, which PCs it supports and how to install it
- SSD upgrade for a laptop: which drive fits, and how to switch
- How much RAM do I need? A practical answer by use
- Are refurbished laptops worth it?
- What to do with an old laptop
Check your model.
See whether your PC or laptop can run Windows 11, Linux or ChromeOS Flex, and how far it can be upgraded.