9 Ways Technology Can Drive You Broke (and crazy!)

6) Upgrades (Software & Devices)

So, your outdated computer won’t run your new software. Or, your new computer won’t run your old software that you never upgraded. Either one can be a financial drain. It seems like technology works for itself, not the betterment of humanity. If you didn’t upgrade your Adobe Creative Suite before the next version or two was released, you’re out of luck. You can’t even buy the software anymore. You have to rent it via an online subscription. Same goes for Microsoft Office and most of the major software distributor’s. Constant upgrades seem to have consumers by the proverbial throat. You can’t work if your software or device isn’t functioning. It won’t function unless it’s all up to date and compatible. It’s a lose-lose situation for anyone who likes older versions of programs, or has an older machine that still works well, but has the wrong operating system for today’s programs.