What Can I Do With a Deceased Family Member’s Activation-Locked Apple Devices?
My mum passed away several years ago, and her iPad and iPhone have been stored in a drawer ever since. I recently tried to use them, but both…
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Best Ways to Sell Old Cisco Equipment?
I'm looking to sell some old Cisco gear; it's not end-of-life for us, but it's older equipment. I've never sold hardware before, as I typically only deal with…
Are Old Power Adapters Safe to Keep Around?
I recently came across some older electronics while cleaning, and it got me wondering about the safety of old power adapters after finding some. I've checked my batteries,…
Is My OptiPlex Gaming Build Plan On the Right Track?
I've just snagged an i7 12700 OptiPlex for $300, and I'm aiming to put together a budget-friendly PC gaming machine. I'm planning to recycle an old GPU and…
How Should I Dispose of My APC UPS Unit?
I'm trying to dispose of my APC UPS unit myself for the first time. I plan to recycle the batteries through the Schneider Electric RBC Recycling Program, but…
Is a 160GB Hard Drive Worth Anything?
I recently discovered a 160GB hard drive in my basement and I'm quite sure it works. However, I'm not sure if there's any important data on it, and…
What should I do if I suspect a colleague is stealing recycled tech devices?
I've been at my job for three years, and while we're improving after years of mismanagement, I've noticed something troubling. We have a stockpile of iPhone 13s and…
How do I install Linux on my old Dell Inspiron?
I have a 2015 Dell Inspiron with a broken drive, but I've got a spare 250GB drive from my current PC. Instead of tossing the laptop, I'd like…
Why Do Tech Devices Have Such Short Lifespans?
As someone who's in cybersecurity, I've noticed a trend where devices like phones, routers, and laptops are often replaced instead of being updated. It makes me wonder: is…
How Can I Wipe My Old Work Macbook to Give It a New Life?
Hey everyone! A couple of years back, I left my job after my company got acquired by a strictly Windows-oriented firm. They instructed me to just toss my…
What should I do with Windows 10 machines that can't upgrade to Windows 11?
I work in a fully remote organization with under 100 users, and we usually keep our computers until they completely die. I've managed to upgrade most of our…
How can I safely dispose of floppy disks without a drive?
I have a bunch of floppy disks that belonged to my late dad, and I need to get rid of them, but I don't have a floppy disk…
How Can I Legally Salvage Useful Items from E-Waste Centers?
Hey everyone! I'm new here and looking to save some cash. I've seen videos from Linus and ZTT about salvaging stuff from e-waste centers and dumpsters, and I'm…