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.

I'm about 2 months away from a complete remodeling of my computer room. I'll be ripping every thing down to the studs and re-drywalling, and making a few adjustments to the wall placement. I've got a ...

The smartest sensor was right under your nose.

My home city of San Francisco is a fairly safe place to live, but a few break-ins in my neighborhood had me contemplating some sort of home security system. After I heard friends talk about how ...