This is cool, but are they really the beast we need to bring back? Where will they stay?
woe is bro
So you've tried these techniques and they didn't work? Or have you not tried them at all?
I hope some insane person has tried all these things.
I think most of us have a good idea of the benefits and drawbacks of Linux/Windows/Apple.
I have a Windows machine for media production, because Linux doesn't support all the software I need for media production. I use Linux for absolutely everything else, because it's better for literally everything else. In truth, a MacBook Pro would be better for media production but they're too expensive.
Sadly, all dogs are temporary :(
$44 is more than my gym membership, and they have dozens of bikes and other equipment. These Peloton people are diseased.
I'm quoting OP's summary (or quote). I'm implying that Microsoft is hostile to Linux installations generally.
"wasn't supposed to"
Something so simple shouldn't require maintenance.
Just unplug them until you need them. Make sure they're not connected to the internet.