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-> # New Boost Note app is available!
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-> We've launched a new Boost Note app which supports real-time collaborative writing.
->
-> And it is open sourced too! Please check it out! https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-App
->
-> ## 📦 Download App
->
-> ### 🖥 Desktop
->
-> - [🌎 Web App (boostnote.io)](https://boostnote.io)
-> - [🍎 macOS (.dmg)](https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-App/releases/latest/download/boost-note-mac.dmg)
-> - [:framed_picture: Windows (.exe NSIS)](https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-App/releases/latest/download/boost-note-win.exe)
-> - [🐧 Linux (.deb)](https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-App/releases/latest/download/boost-note-linux.deb)
-> - [🐧 Linux (.rpm)](https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-App/releases/latest/download/boost-note-linux.rpm)
->
-> ### 📱 Mobile
->
-> - [🌎 Mobile Web App (m.boostnote.io)](https://m.boostnote.io)
-> - [🍏 iOS (Apple App Store)](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/boost-note-mobile/id1576176505)
-> - [🤖 Android (Google Play Store)](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.boostio.boostnote2021)
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-<h1 align="center">BoostNote-Legacy</h1>
-
-<h4 align="center">Note-taking app for programmers. </h4>
-<h5 align="center">Apps available for Mac, Windows and Linux.</h5>
-<h5 align="center">Built with Electron, React + Redux, Webpack, and CSSModules.</h5>
-<p align="center">
-  <a href="https://travis-ci.org/BoostIO/Boostnote">
-    <img src="https://travis-ci.org/BoostIO/Boostnote.svg?branch=master" alt="Build Status" />
-  </a>
- </p>
-
-## Download
-
-[Find the latest release of Boostnote here!](https://github.com/BoostIO/boost-releases/releases/)
-
-#### More Information
-
-- Website: https://boostnote.io
-- [Development](https://github.com/BoostIO/Boostnote/blob/master/docs/build.md): Development configurations for Boostnote.
-- Copyright (C) 2016 - 2020 BoostIO, Inc.
-
-#### License
-
-[GPL v3](./LICENSE).
+
+# BoostNote Legacy
+
+Boost note is an open-source application that allows developers to take notes and manage code snippets. This cross-platform app will increase your productivity and make organizing notes and code way easier! Give it a try!
+
+
+## Features
+Some of the best features of this app include: 
+
+- **Code Snippet Management**: Store and manage your code in an easy to view way. 
+- **Cross-Platform**: Runs on three different platforms: Windows, macOS, and Linux.
+- **Offline Mode**: No internet is needed to use the application.
+- **Customizable**: You can choose different themes and personalize your workspace.
+
+## Installation
+
+Before we begin, you need the following **System Requirements** :
+
+
+- **Node.js**: v10 or higher
+- **npm**: v6 or higher
+
+### Installation Instructions
+
+#### Windows
+1. Download the installer at this link https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-Legacy/releases.
+2. Once downloaded, run the installer and follow the steps prompted. 
+
+#### macOS
+1. Download the(https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-Legacy/releases.
+2. Openfile and drage BoostNote to your Applications (follow prompted steps). 
+
+#### Linux
+1. Download  `.AppImage` file fromhttps://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-Legacy/releases.
+2. Run the file using your package manager or execute the `.AppImage`.
+
+#### From Source (for developers)
+1. Clone the repository:
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-Legacy.git
+   cd BoostNote-Legacy
+   ```
+2. Install dependencies:
+   ```bash
+   npm install
+   ```
+3. Run the application:
+   ```bash
+   npm start
+   ```
+
+## Version History
+
+Check the latest releases via this page: https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-Legacy/releases. 
+
+
+## Getting Started
+
+If you're new to BoostNote, follow these steps:
+
+1. Use the [Installation](#installation) instructions for your platform.
+2. Open the app, click on "New Note," and start writing!
+3. Use folders and tags to structure your notes.
+4. Connect to the cloud for further organization.
+
+Visit the [BoostNote Documentation](https://boostnote.io/docs) for more information and help regarding BoostNote.Io!
+
+## How to Contribute
+
+We welcome contributions from the community! To get started:
+
+1. Fork the repository and clone it locally.
+2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix:
+   ```bash
+   git checkout -b feature-name
+   ```
+3. Make your changes, following the format in this link: (https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-Legacy/blob/master/CONTRIBUTING.md).
+4. Submit a pull request.
+
+
+## License
+
+BoostNote is licensed under the [MIT License](https://github.com/BoostIO/BoostNote-Legacy/blob/master/LICENSE).
+
+### Last but certainly not least...
+
+Have fun and keep coding!
+