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Back Market revives old Windows 10 PCs with ChromeOS, Linux
Perhaps more interestingly, the devices are pre-installed with Google’s Chrome OS Flex operating system. It's worth noting that the vendor only had/has 50 units available, which can barely make a dent in the 400 million PCs that are set to fall victim to Microsoft's "programmed obsolescence" on October 14, 2025.
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The company further describes planned obsolescence as a strategy adopted by big tech companies like Microsoft, which is designed to force users into buying new products after their products become outdated and unusable after a specific period of time, leading to permanent environmental damage.
Back Market highlights three steps users can take to escape this tough spot: installing ChromeOS or Linux Ubuntu on old Windows 10 PCs, extending device lifespan with practical tips, and joining a repair community.