# 5 Ways You Can Upgrade Your Old Laptop

> We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. People usually hold onto business laptops for five to seven years, depending on the hardware. MacBook users keep them for even longer, usually around 10 years.

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- **Published:** 2025-07-22
- **Category:** Laptops
- **Tags:** #smartphones #macbook #laptops #upgrade #usually #ways #around #business
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