Most people only consider Windows or macOS when looking at laptops, with a smattering of ChromeOS thrown in for good measure. However, the next time you configure a laptop before purchase, you might just see the option to buy it with Linux pre-installed.

If you're looking for an easy upgrade for your aging laptop, boosting the RAM is your best bet. In fact, it’s likely your only upgrade option, aside from adding more storage. That’s why I decided to upgrade mine, and the results were surprising.