Hello fellow hosters,

I recently had to purchase a new laptop because my old laptop(MSI - PS63 Modern 8RC) had its hinges finally give in, so the screen(lid) can barely be opened and closed anymore. The laptop isn’t totally outdated yet in terms of specs. I already have a server that hosts most of my day to day apps, but was wondering if anyone had any suggestions to what i could host on this retired laptop, that I would manage remotely.

Are there any specific services that makes more sense to host on a laptop that would be sitting turned on but put away somewhere? Or should I just tear the PC apart for it’s parts and throw the rest away?

Let me know if you have any similar experiences or tips 🌻

  • fuckwit_mcbumcrumble@lemmy.worldEnglish
    22·
    9 months ago

    If you already have a server and don’t need more resources then just leave it. No need to waste more power “just because”.

    That said you could hang onto it until you have a need. You never know when a machine will shit the bed and having a half top is useful.

      • helenslunch@feddit.nlEnglish
        3·
        9 months ago

        Maybe you could set it up to run for a family member? I’m always trying to recruit more self-hosters.