Old technology persists in use as industries cling to outdated devices in 2025

Despite rapid technological advancements, some outdated devices remain in use in 2025. Floppy disks, VGA ports, parallel ports, fax machines, and pagers continue to serve specific industries, often due to cost and compatibility issues. Floppy disks are still used in legacy systems, particularly in aerospace and military sectors. VGA ports persist in older projectors and educational settings, while parallel ports are essential for industrial equipment. Fax machines remain common in healthcare and legal sectors due to regulatory needs, and pagers are favored by healthcare professionals for their reliability in low-signal environments.