How to keep an old computer running

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View in browser  |  Your newsletter preferences By David Nield | 05.28.24 There's no avoiding it: Your desktop or laptop computer isn't going to last forever. Eventually the time will come when you need to abandon it—responsibly disposing of it along the way, of course—and upgrade to a new machine. But maybe you're not quite at that stage yet. Maybe you need to eke out a little more life from the computer you've got before turning to a new one. If you'd rather keep your old computer in service a little longer, you've got more options than you might think.  If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more. Everything You Can Do to Keep an Old Computer Running You have options that don't involve saying goodbye to your hardware. ADVERTISEMENT You Might Also Like How to Responsibly Dispose of Your Electronics Get rid of old, broken, and unused devices—even Lightning cables—without adding to the e-waste problem. Don't Toss That Old Phone! Here's How to Repurpose Your Tech Before you get rid of the phone, laptop, or camera you just replaced, think about giving it a new purpose. How to Buy Ethical and Eco-Friendly Electronics E-waste, conflict minerals, and poor labor conditions are just a few issues blighting the tech industry. Here's how to shop more sustainably. The Best Laptops to Work and Play Wherever You Are These are our favorite Windows notebooks, MacBooks, and Chromebooks. Thanks for reading. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up here. Plus, browse more newsletters from WIRED. You're receiving this email because you signed up for the Gadget Lab newsletter from WIRED.   Manage your preferences  |   View our Privacy Policy  |  Unsubscribe   Have questions or comments? Send us a message. Need help? Contact us.   Copyright © Condé Nast 2024. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved.