Component Lifespan

[rickh]

I was building a new pc and got the chance to re-use a 4 year old 7600gt rather than opt for an integrated graphics mobo.

This got me thinking - how long will computer parts like this survive; my guess is as long as the fan does.

What's the longest lifespan you've had from a component?

 

[rickh]

i tihnk most computer parts will generlaly last beyond the likely life they'll have. It amazed me that some companies put so much advertising behind solid state caps for example. Yes the board will last longer but in reality almost everyone buying one will need another in a few years when they want to upgrade anyway.

I know of several companies who get as much use out of a pc as possible.
Some are using 8 year old computers still!