On Wed, Feb 25, 2026 at 11:23 PM Michael Paoli <[email protected]>
wrote:
> So, where there is need/desire to keep Debian running long(er) term on
> x86 32-bit ("i386") (e.g. Pentium class chips that are not at all
> 64-bit), what's the best way to go about that?
> Recommendations/experiences?
>
You can stay on Debian 12 OldStable which is still supported. I do not
recommend attempting to mix Debian 12 / 13 repo's. When Debian 12 moves to
OldOldStable you can purchase support for it. If you are going to spend
money though I would recommend buying new hardware.
I buy refurbished computers from www.reebelo.com. I like getting the Intel
Mac's. Here is a MacBook Air for $150.
https://reebelo.com/collections/apple-macbook-air-2015-13.3-inch?skuId=sku-mfdbjt64fEYpTh9kbvxf6Ac
I just setup one of these for my nephew who is in Kindergarten. He loves
it.
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