What to do with old mac running leopard

what should i do with this emac? i don't need it for a file server or anything like that.
any ideas?
eMac G4, 700MHz, 512MB RAM, 60GB HDD, DVD/CD-RW
running 10.5.1 (yes, Leopard, it runs faster than tiger, even on 700MHz)

The eMacs are great for oldies. The tray loader is far easier to use with shaky hands than a slot loader.
If the eMac doesn't owe you anything try the local superannuitants clubs or Old folks homes.
No one is going to wander off with it under their arm and the screen is easy to see and clean.
Otherwise a young family could give it a good home.
I loved my eMac it's now being used by a young family with Tiger installed.

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