15 tech upgrades you can get for free

Open-source software is like the “generic” brands you find in a supermarket; they cost nothing, 


and they often work just as well as their big-brand counterparts. Kim Komando shares sites and services that are free alternatives to paid apps.

You’ve spent so much money already – on a laptop, tablet, computer, router, network extender, printer and smartphone. You’ve signed up for the internet, and you’re paying monthly fees. You’ll be relieved to know that a lot of tech is free.

Open-source software is like the generic brands you find in a supermarket; they cost nothing, and they often work just as well as their big-brand counterparts. Then, some websites give you something for free hoping you’ll upgrade to a paid plan someday

Cloud storage is a great way to access and share your computer’s media library remotely. If you save documents, photos and videos in the cloud, you’ll be able to reach them at work, on your laptop while traveling or on your phone or tablet wherever you are located.

f you’re already a Google user, Google Drive is a versatile option. This free cloud storage system gives you 5 GB of free online storage, and you can buy more storage as needed.

iCloud is the online storage program available to Apple users. This service makes it easy to transfer and view files across your iPhones, iPads, and iMacs. You get an initial 5 GB free and can purchase more space if and when you need it.

If you are an Amazon Prime member, you get 5 GB of Amazon Cloud Drive space for free and unlimited photo storage at no additional cost.

Dropbox is another reliable cloud storage site. It gives you 2 GB of space for free when you sign up, and you can earn more storage when you recommend others to sign up for a Dropbox account.