Switch Kit 18: A Second Life for Your PC — for Windows 10 Users Whose Computer Still Works

A practical, neutral 24-page PDF for people whose Windows 10 computer still works and who don't want to replace it yet. It sets out every option calmly — more time on Windows, upgrading, or a free system such as Linux or ChromeOS Flex — so you can choose for yourself.

Inside: what end of support really means and the extended-updates option · your five options · can your PC run Windows 11? · is Linux for you? · what changes and what stays · choosing a Linux version · very old computers · backing up first · making a USB stick · trying Linux without installing · replacing or keeping Windows · your first day · giving an old PC more speed · getting help near you · costs compared · a two-week plan · a glossary · a printable checklist.

Written by Julian Beaumont, a former photographer, video journalist and marketing professional with 20 years of hands-on experience adopting new creative and digital tools. Edition 1, November 2026 (facts checked 31 October 2026). PDF, A4, English. General information, not technical advice.

Independent guide. NOT AUTHORIZED, ENDORSED OR SPONSORED BY MICROSOFT, GOOGLE, CANONICAL, LINUX MINT, ZORIN OR ANY PROJECT NAMED.