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Repurpose old Chromebooks as secondary displays, smart home hubs, or media servers

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Old Chromebooks can be repurposed for various functions beyond their original use as primary laptops. They can serve as secondary displays using apps like Duet, or as digital photo frames. Additionally, they can act as control hubs for smart home devices through Google Home or by running Home Assistant, especially after installing Linux via methods like Chrultrabook or MrChromebox. Furthermore, with Linux installed, older Chromebooks can function as media servers for streaming files using Plex or Jellyfin, or be converted into dedicated retro gaming machines with emulators like Batocera. AI

IMPACT Offers practical ways to extend the life and utility of older computing hardware.

RANK_REASON Article provides practical tips for repurposing existing hardware.

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Repurpose old Chromebooks as secondary displays, smart home hubs, or media servers

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Robin Bea) ·

    Don't throw away your old Chromebook (even if you're getting a Googlebook)

    There's plenty an old Chromebook can do, even if it's not your main computer.

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