Q: I finally upgraded my old, slow laptop for a newer model. I know throwing old computers in the dumpster is bad for the environment, but I also don’t want it just collecting dust in my home. How do ...

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 ...

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

If you've got an old, unused computer sitting around, you're not alone. It's strangely difficult to get rid of old laptops, desktops and printers, even when it's been over a decade since you last ...

While your old computer might not be able to play the latest games or be fast enough for your daily tasks, it still is quite useful! After saving and transferring any valuable data, don’t dare think ...

Have an old computer lying around the house? Don't just throw it away. Computers house all sorts of toxins that are bad for the environment and all of us who live in it. Not to mention the personal ...

As time passes and you accrue more belongings, tech in particular, you may end up with a lot of unused old gear. You could trash it or recycle it the old-fashioned way, or you could repurpose it.

Hold up, you don’t want to ruin a rare Twentieth Anniversary Macintosh — take some precautions first. Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac When you pick up a classic Macintosh (or a vintage computer of ...

With the holidays over, some people find themselves stuck with used computers, televisions and other electronics they're looking to get rid of. And while it's a good idea to recycle that old computer, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's nice to have a dedicated work computer apart from your personal setup, optimized for your various daily tasks and jobs. Just like your ...

What a blast from the past. A Fordham University professor shocked himself – and others – when he discovered his decades-old Apple IIe computer is still in good working order. Oh. My. God. An Apple ...