When it’s time to upgrade to a new computer, the excitement can be overshadowed by the concern of transferring existing data without bringing along any unwanted viruses or malware. Philip from ...

Learn how to safely use or repurpose your old computer, even if it's no longer receiving Windows updates. Discover security tips and creative new uses.

First, try these steps to clean up your old computer, and it may feel brand-new once again. Back to top. Step 1: Give it a quick dusting. Rozette Rago/NYT Wirecutter.

Some well-chosen upgrades can breathe new life into an old computer. While this is going to cost you money, it won’t cost as much as a full upgrade would—and it could mean you get several ...

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 ...

ChromeOS Flex can give an old computer a new lease of life. Courtesy of Google. Maybe you can move away from Windows and macOS entirely: Linux, for the uninitiated, ...

If your old Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer is running slow, don't buy a new one right away. Disabling one background service can help speed it up without affecting the stability of your system. Do ...