Got an old computer collecting dust in a closet or tucked under a desk? You're not alone. Many people hold on to aging desktops and laptops, either as backup machines or because they still run "just ...

I turned a forgotten laptop into a full media server—no money, no pain.

According to a CNET survey, just over three in 10 (31%) US adults hang onto old devices because they are unsure what to do with them. Nearly one-fifth (19%) of those surveyed simply throw them away.

Old PC towers often outlive their usefulness as computers, but that doesn't mean they've reached the end of the road. The components inside are obsolete and most likely non-functional, so you can send ...

A new PC is rarely a spontaneous purchase: people usually try to continue using their old computer for as long as possible. And in terms of the environment and your wallet, this makes perfect sense.

While it's not as necessary on newer hardware, old and less capable desktops or laptops could get a helpful boost from any ...

PCWorld explores how older PCs can potentially upgrade to Windows 11 through strategic hardware replacements, despite Microsoft’s strict compatibility requirements. This matters as Windows 10 support ...