I have an old Compaq Deskpro and an old PowerBook 520. I put them up for sale in the Trading Section but if none buys them, I was wondering what you guys think I can do with them? What kind of software could I use on them with their age?

Install Linux on the Deskpro and use the PowerBook 520 as a picture frame --> http://www.applefritter.com/node/2364

Use the DeskPro install/try old betas...maybe with a bootloader so that you can use differente systems...

The PowerBook is in too good condition to use as a picture frame. And I think I might install my Zeta versions on the Compaq. Man I wish I could sell them, although it would be nice to see Zeta running on a PC that old.

How about a server?
game server, backup server, you name it. be creative.

Keep the PowerBook… You could install a System 7 beta it…

Well I can't use it as a server because the hard drive is too small and I suppose I could install System 7 beta on the PowerBook. Might look into that. Or I might just go into a pawn shop and get rid of them.

Or you could just give me the Power Book

If you have $40, it's yours in a week

Server and backup server? Thats what i did with 2 old pc systems. A dell dimension v400 and an AOPEN.

Install old stuff on them, they're invaluable if you're interested in operating system history.

Use them for retrogaming. The older notebooks can still be used for like reading stuff when in bed (I hate books lol).

To be honest, reading for prolonged periods on an LCD screen in the dark can do lasting damage to your eyes.