Is your old PC a security risk? Find out how to protect it or give it a new life with Linux, turning it into a media server or backup station.

An old Mac or PC that is no longer supported by Windows or macOS updates can still be useful. By switching to ChromeOS Flex, you'll have access to many features of the latest Chromebooks and keep ...

James R. Miller has a new computer and will be donating his old one. He asked for advice about preparing his old PC for the transition. Before you give away a computer, you should make sure that ...

This operating system can breathe new life into old computers, and right now it’s only $14.97 (reg. $199) through June 29. Give your aging PC a modern makeover with Windows 11 Pro ...

Even if your computer is 35 years old, you can remove its PATA or SATA HDD or SSD drive and connect it to your current one. No internet connection is required.

One obvious – and very useful – use of an old computer is as a file server. Google Drive is useful; it’s convenient, and certainly easier to get started with than some server setup of your ...

All your files, apps, and settings are on your old computer. Here’s how to move them to your new Windows PC, from either Windows or macOS.

Got an aging Windows laptop or desktop computer, but money’s too tight to buy a new one? Fret not. There’s plenty of life in your old PC. It may seem sluggish and on the point of expiring, and ...

Selling old PC. Once your computer is reset to the factory settings, it's time to convert the hardware into cash. However, before listing your desktop, laptop, or tablet for sale, ...

PC towers are built to be tough and compact, after all, and with a little bit of creativity and elbow grease, you could transform that old case into something entirely new. 1. Portable Garden ...

Old computer parts do not have to clog up landfills. You can repurpose the components of your old PC into useful and decorative items for your home.

The holiday season is an important one for PC makers and Microsoft has a unique marketing strategy in the U.K. to push you to buy a computer: boot times.