# Google turns old Macs, PCs into Chromebooks with Chrome OS Flex | Ars Technica

<https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022/02/google-turns-old-macs-pcs-into-chromebooks-with-chrome-os-flex/>

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## What Jamie wrote

Great idea to extend the usable life of older laptops! 👏

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