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Is Xtra PC a Scam? Review of the Flash Drive Stick

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Is Xtra PC a Scam? Review of the Flash Drive Stick

Xtra-PC located at www.xtra-pc.com is a flash drive stick with a lightweight distribution or distro version of the Linux operating system on it that you insert into an available USB port on your PC. You then tell your computer to boot from it instead of Microsoft Windows. So, is Xtra-PC is a scam?

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Is Xtra PC a Scam?

No, Xtra-PC is not a scam, but I don't like the misleading way it's being promoted as a fix for slow or old computers. The version of Linux being used by Xtra-PC is lightweight and will run faster on your old PCs for persons who just need to browse the internet and do other simple tasks. But, Xtra-PC may not work or work correctly with your printers and other devices connected to your PC. And, you will not be able to use Microsoft Office, play PC games and use other software that are not available for the lightweight version of the Linux distro being used by Xtra-PC.

Also, if you are a little tech savvy or know someone who is, you can or ask that person to create your own bootable Linux Distro flash drive like Xtra-PC. All you need to do it just buy a USB and install any free lightweight Linux Distribution OS using a bootable program.

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Jun. 24, 2021 at 6:28 AM by an anonymous user from: King, Seattle, Washington, United States

It's very helpful but I add something about Xtra-Pc. Xtra-Pc is a small but most powerful flash drive that is used to boost up the computer speed. It comes with an operating system called the Linux OS, which helps the PC to fasten up.

Feb. 18, 2021 at 10:43 AM by an anonymous user from: Arapahoe, Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States

Re:The Xtra PC Pro. It is supposed to be able to recover lost files on a computer that has crashed. Presumably it would be from a damaged hard drive. Does it work for that?

Feb. 18, 2021 at 2:11 AM by an anonymous user from: Subiaco, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

I bought the xtra pc..it did let me fire up my computer but it I can only use it on the limited Linux programs on the stick..probably lying, not worth the money I paid for it

Feb. 12, 2021 at 9:24 AM by an anonymous user from: Los Angeles, California, United States

Worthwhile for those who aren’t computer savvy, really easy to install and use.

Otherwise, if you have a modicum of how use the Linux OS, there are far cheaper methods to install Linux.

Feb. 6, 2021 at 2:42 PM by an anonymous user from: Erie, Buffalo, New York, United States

Extra PC...WHAT A SCAM! I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT I FELL FOR THIS. DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. CANNOT GET IT TO EVEN APPEAR ON MY SCREEN. CUSTOMER SERVICE? YOU GET SENT TO A SITE YHAT IS NOT AVAILABLE THESE PEOPLE SHOULD BE IN JAIL!

Jan. 31, 2021 at 4:18 PM by an anonymous user from: Downtown Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Well I bought one of these extra PC pro and first time I used it here and all it kept saying is extra PC has stopped working is a problem with it so what do I do with it if it doesn't work will they give me my money back I think this is just a scam because unless the unless the give you another one that does work I don't know but this one the shur doesn't I have tried at least five times and I mean the computer works and everything but I want to but it's only got Windows 7 on it

Sep. 10, 2020 at 7:25 PM by an anonymous user from: United States

I bought a xtra-PC 32Mb. Too late I realized as stated it is Linux on a USB stick. But my problem was having received the USB stick - the computer I really bought it to use on I then found refused to let me boot from a USB stick. Do not know why I changed the boot priority in BIOS etc. I did this on another functioning PC the USB stick worked successfully - following the instructions supplied, the USB stick sent booted up - to renamed Lubuntu system.

So my point is although to product sold to me worked in the end - they glossed over the hard task of sometimes getting into the BIOS to reset your computer to boot from USB. They also failed to tell you how the update the software once up and running - updates do not seem to happen automatically. By the way, I have so far been unable to create for myself a bootable Linux USB start up stick, despite trying to follow instructions on internet, so to me that is not as eaay as some make out.

Sep. 10, 2020 at 5:29 AM by an anonymous user from: Beijing, China

You probably should not get Xtra Pc. Why? well quite simple. But first will go into detail. The Program uses less calculations than windows and apple OS'. This makes things work faster, but does not "magically" make your PC "faster". it is a faster OS yes, computer, no.

The reason Windows and Apple are used so much is because of how good they are. They put HOURS of time programing and researching to make their OS'. They built them to reach almost all standards and built them like a concrete house. Xtra PC on the other hand probably just found a neat Linux (a lot are free) added some stuff, put it on a cheap USB stick, and sell it for maybe 20-25 dollar profit. (even more on what you choose). They are not a leading tech company that put Millions in their OS. But a company that bought a cheap Linux put a neat background and wants a quick some of cash.

Whilst it works, it is not a permanent solution. It is like having a broken car engine, but then only repairing the necessary parts. It works but it will only lead to bigger problems with bigger costs. (not to forget the inconvenience) Whilst it can be costly, putting in the time and money ONCE saves more than if you quick fix it.

spend the 500-1000 dollars to get a GOOD computer, and you wont have to worry about your computer breaking down or not running certain programs. a five year old laptop is a 5 year old laptop with or without the "fancy" OS. get a new one, put research into it (a lot of great deals out there) and rest easy because you don't need to worry If your computer is going to break tomorrow, or if the new game you got is going to run.

Aug. 25, 2020 at 9:30 PM by an anonymous user from: Markham, Ontario, Canada

I just received today my Xtra-32G and perfectly working! :)

Need not to buy new laptop anymore!

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Aug. 7, 2020 at 8:39 AM by an anonymous user from: Reading, England, United Kingdom

this peace of kit is a complete waste of time I got the 64gb one and it will not work do not by one its a waste of money I tried for days to get it to work with no joy.

DO NOT BY IT...typical rubbish from the US...

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