Chrome OS Flex is a new operating system from Google that allows you to take outdated Windows and Mac hardware and update the operating system, converting them into Chromebooks. Because of Windows 11’s stringent hardware requirements, which could leave legions of older PCs stranded when Windows 10 reaches the end of its support lifecycle in 2025, this is an interesting development.
It’s an intriguing notion, even though Google is labeling Chrome OS Flex an “early access” and “unstable” project at the time of writing: rather than throwing away an old PC that’s nearing the end of its useful life, you can turn it into a Chromebook instead. In order to obtain download instructions for the new operating system, you’ll need to sign up with your email address on Google’s special Chrome OS Flex website, which you can find here.
