Got an ancient laptop or desktop lying around? Here's how to transform an old PC into an NAS, experiment with a new OS, build your own security cam, and more.

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.

Upgrading to a new PC usually means hours of reinstalling programs, finding old serial numbers, and rebuilding your setup from scratch. The PC Transfer Kit removes most of that work by giving you ...