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Don't throw away your old Chromebook (even if you're getting a Googlebook)
Chromebooks are some of the most appealing low-cost laptops out there, but no computer will suit your needs forever. Rather than let yours lie around and collect dust, there are quite a few ways to get more use out of a old Chromebook.
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Old Chromebooks can be repurposed rather than discarded. One option is to turn the device into a second monitor by installing the Duet app, which lets a Chromebook connect to a PC or Mac and mirror or extend the display for a modest subscription fee. Alternatively, the laptop can serve as a digital photo frame by loading desired images, disabling automatic sleep, and running a fullscreen slideshow. Both methods extend the usefulness of an otherwise outdated machine.
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