Whether for economic reasons or environmental, device manufacturers and retailers seem to be offering more programs for cashing in on old gadgets. The sale cycle for a new smartphone has quickened wit ...

Deprecated programs lack developer support, creating security and compatibility risks. Without updates, old software exposes your PC to vulnerabilities and hackers. Use tools like Patch My PC or ...

Q. I am quite old and computer-ignorant. I need a new computer, as mine is about 6 years old and on its last legs. I took your suggestion and waited for Windows Vista, and I intend to get a new Del… ...

Some programs, such as iTunes and Microsoft Office 365, only allow you to install software on a limited number of computers or allow a limited number of computers to access your files.

As its name implies, the site offers old versions of nearly 300 programs, including LimeWire, AOL Instant Messenger, Opera, Acrobat Reader, RealPlayer and, of course, Napster. Levine says some people ...