Yes, the software might depend on outdated technology like oil burner heating and you want to transition to solar with a heat pump.

The longer you live in a place the more crap you will accumulate in your home. Windows need to be cleaned. Walls need to be painted. There’s this one tap, that’s fixed with some wire and tape.

Tech debt is like that just for software.

Transitioning a tech stack will lead to tons of unforeseen problems and also add zero new features. It’s only very rarely useful.

You can use Zoom without an account, just a link. Signal requires a smart phone and number to sign up. Zoom also supports far bigger groups for video than Signal. Not an alternative really.

Spreadsheets are actually running the world.