India, Oct. 20 -- When Windows 10 reaches its end of support, many laptops will lose regular updates and security protection. But that doesn't mean they have to be discarded. Instead of storing your old PC away, you can turn it into a Chromebook by installing ChromeOS Flex, a version of Google's Chrome operating system built for older computers. This process gives your laptop a fresh, browser-based life, ideal for everyday tasks like browsing, writing, or streaming.

Before you start, gather these essentials:

If your system isn't eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade or you prefer switching, prepare it for ChromeOS Flex. You can either test ChromeOS Flex directly from a USB drive, allowing you to return to Windows anytime, or install it perm...