Got an ancient laptop or desktop lying around? With just a bit of extra effort, you can transform an old gaming PC into an NAS, experiment with a new OS, build your own security cam, and more.

That old hardware can power an entire smart home.

We recommend backing up your data and then erasing your computer's storage before donating, selling, or recycling your machine. Best Buy has a pretty extensive and well-known trade-in program that ...

If you've been collecting tech for a while, you might have at least one old PC you don't use anymore. Find a new use for the ...

Computers running Windows 10—that is, most laptops sold between late 2015 and 2021—are fairly easy to get up and running if they have no major hardware problems. Upgrade to Windows 11 if you can ...