Sibiu, Romania · Est. 2022

Give your old PC a
second life

We specialize in restoring and recycling older computers — replacing sluggish Windows installs with lightweight, modern Linux systems. Faster, more secure, and better for the planet.

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🐧 Linux Powered

upgradetech@kubuntu:~$

sudo apt upgrade

Reading package lists... Done

✓ System is up to date

Boot time: 4.2s (was 94s)

RAM usage: 780MB / 8GB

Status: Healthy

3× Faster Boot

0€ OS License

+5yr Extra Life

♻️ Eco Friendly

What We Do

Services tailored
to your hardware

From basic tune-ups to full OS migrations — we handle every step of the process so you don't have to.

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OS Migration

Replace slow Windows installations with Kubuntu or other lightweight Linux distros. Full data backup included before any changes are made.

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Performance Tuning

Kernel optimization, SSD upgrades, RAM tuning and system configuration to squeeze maximum performance out of your existing hardware.

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Hardware Repair

Thermal paste replacement, cleaning, component diagnosis and basic hardware repairs to keep your machine running at peak condition.

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Gaming Setup

Transform your PC into a gaming machine with Steam, Proton, custom kernels and GPU tuning for the best possible Linux gaming experience.

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Device Flashing

Breathe new life into old Android tablets and phones with custom ROMs like LineageOS — extending their usable life by years.

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Security Hardening

DNS configuration, firewall setup, system hardening and privacy-focused tools to keep your devices and data safe from threats.

The Process

Simple from start
to finish

Free Assessment

Bring in your device or contact us online. We evaluate your hardware and recommend the best path forward at no cost.

Data Backup

We securely back up all your important files before touching anything. Your data safety is our first priority.

Installation & Tuning

We install and configure your new OS, apply all performance optimizations and ensure everything works perfectly.

Handover & Support

We walk you through your new system and provide ongoing support to make sure you're comfortable with your upgrade.

Before vs After — Typical Result

Boot Time 4s was 90s

RAM at idle 780MB was 3.2GB

Security updates Monthly was never

OS Cost Free was €145

Lifespan added +5 years

E-waste avoided ~15kg CO₂

Built on Kubuntu.
Ready for everything.

We install Kubuntu as our OS of choice — then load it with the best free, open-source software so your PC is ready to use from day one.

Kubuntu 24.04 LTS

A beautiful, fast and free operating system based on Ubuntu — featuring the powerful KDE Plasma desktop. Long Term Support means 5 years of security updates, zero license fees, and hardware that feels brand new.

✓ Free Forever ✓ 5yr LTS Support ✓ KDE Plasma ✓ Wayland Ready

Included Software

LibreOffice

Full office suite — Writer, Calc, Impress

GIMP

Professional image editing & design

VLC

Plays any video or audio format

Vivaldi

Feature-rich, privacy focused browser

Steam

Thousands of games via Proton

& More

Thunderbird, KDE Connect, Discover

Why It Matters

"Buying new hardware every 3 years isn't just expensive — it creates millions of tonnes of e-waste annually. A properly tuned Linux system can extend a device's life by 5 or more years."

— The Upgrade Tech Philosophy

Give your old PC asecond life

Services tailoredto your hardware