The support duration for macOS is quite short compared to Windows. But if one wants to continue using working hardware for longer, there’s always Linux. It won’

The support duration for macOS is quite short compared to Windows. But if one wants to continue using working hardware for longer, there’s always Linux. It won’t provide the same experience as macOS. When I tried it on even older Macs, I had some struggles in getting the trackpad (external one) to work nicely. But it’s an option to avoid throwing it out and instead using it (even as a secondary device) or handing it to someone else. Other than software updates, repair and parts replacement options for those older models (which are easier to repair compared to the newer ones) may also dry up soon. Apple marks Macs as obsolete when they’re about seven years from the original release date. So Apple paid service is not an option.