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 The laptop isn’t totally outdated yet in terms of specs.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 🌻

  • atzanteol@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    151·
    10 months ago

    Are there any specific services that makes more sense to host on a laptop that would be sitting turned on but put away somewhere?

    Nothing comes to mind.

    One nice thing about using laptops though is the built-in UPS, assuming the battery is still good.

    • ShortN0te@lemmy.mlEnglish
      6·
      10 months ago

      Also assuming the charge circuit is designed for that (usually all modern devices should be). Especially older devices often do not like to be used and charged at the same time, that can lead to swollen batteries which is a fire hazard.

      • HandlesEnglish
        2·
        10 months ago

        Funny, I used a 2010 netbook like that until last year. Maybe that’s not old in your book? But you’re right about battery swelling being a risk; just set the battery to never charge past 80-90%, you’ll be fine.

        • ShortN0te@lemmy.mlEnglish
          2·
          10 months ago

          It just depends on the model. But yeh i would assume most devices since 2010 should be able to. Was more common back in the day.