Whats the optimal computer os/setting/etc. for an old computer

>>61548711
Windows 7 pro with all unnecessary user interface dress up (animation, glass, etc) disabled

Some fucknut will tell you to run Linux. If you want a chore instead of a tool, do that

>>61548711
TempleOS

>>61548768
this but unironically

>>61548752
youre a moron. linux is much less of a hassle than windows. fuck off

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Linux is the obvious choice here
Just use Mint of some other Ubuntu based distro

>optimal os/setting
GNU/Linux
>an old computer
Debian or arch with no DE.
I recommend i3 for tiling or open box for floating. Both have a learning curve, but are great once you get used to them.

>>61548711
You have 2 sane options:

1: Whatever windows was out when the computer was sold, ideally XP or higher.

If you use streaming video services tat aren't linux friendly, suc as hulu or HBO go, this option will be better. The downside is that having an old, unpatched OS on your network may be somewhat risky.

2: Xubuntu or Ubuntu MATE

With this you will have a modern, secure OS that will run well.

The downside is that some streaming services are frustrating on linux. I have had good luck with Netflix, Youtube, Vimeo, and Amazon Video, but HBO gave me lots of trouble.

pick your poison

>>61550448
I'd like to add hat there are lots of other good distro choices, I just picked 2 that I think are easy to learn to use.