Got an ancient laptop or desktop lying around? With just a bit of extra effort, you can transform an old gaming PC into an NAS, experiment with a new OS, build your own security cam, and more.

Discover the limitations of Raspberry Pi and how a laptop takes the lead in these projects.

So you’ve upgraded to a brand-new laptop at last—or perhaps you’re finally clearing out clutter—and now you’ve got an old laptop to deal with. What to do with it? That depends on your circumstances, ...