I prefer to use a system with more RAM, but even many of today’s systems are still using that amount (especially since the AI supply chain crisis).
I’d try chucking Linux on it first, which is generally more RAM efficient if configured correctly.
I’ve done the hardware mod on an older chromebook and it’s about the least risky mod you could possibly do. And it looks like your model just requires disconnecting the internal battery cable temporarily which is similarly easy to the method I needed (removing a screw).
Probably a little bit of risk from possibly fragile connectors, but that should be okay if you take care.
I’ve never used Mint before; does it not come with a graphical app store?
It does, but I think even slightly experienced Linux users will just turn to the CLI for consistency and because it’s easier to explain in steps to other people. But he should have mentioned the GUI for new users, agreed.
it’s because no one want to type in 32 alphanumeric digits for every single device, every time…
Use DNS; I almost never type in an IP manually. You can also make short IPv6 addresses that are just the prefix and a bunch of zeros using ‘::’ followed by one (or more) characters.
Something like:
2001:0DB8::1
cp --reflink is really cool as well, even if it’s just something you expect from a CoW filesystem. Being able to near instantly duplicate a file or folder and work on its copy (with only the changes taking up space) is very useful.
Don’t even need a driver with modern IPP supported printers, they just work. At least with basic printing needs, but probably some gaps for complex stuff.