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Things You Need to Know About Computer Recycling

5/2/2012

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Have you ever wondered where computers end up once they are broken? You might think they end up in the landfill but that is actually one of the things that we do not want to happen. For one, the internal parts of the computer contain hazardous materials that are harmful to the environment. Also, computers contain important information and it is necessary that these are handled by the right people.

Computer recycling is a complicated process since computer parts contain vital information. Data security is one of the concerns when it comes to computer recycling. Therefore, it is essential to delete all information by wiping out its contents several times. This is specified by the Department of Defense and the procedure has to be undertaken meticulously. Another way of making sure that important data from the computer cannot be transmitted or copied is by shredding the parts to ensure that the contents are completely destroyed and cannot be retrieved.

Computer equipment that cannot be reused should also be totally removed and all data should be obliterated. If you also happen to have a computer that is outdated, you can sell it in nearby recycling centers. These recycling centers are knowledgeable in disposing electronic waste in a more efficient manner so as not to contribute damage to the environment. If you have a computer equipment that can is available for resale, you can have it fixed first before selling it to earn money. There are recycling companies that are willing to refurbish the equipment for you.

Computer recycling involves taking apart of the entire computer into tiny parts. It will then be either physically shredded or electronically wiped out to ensure complete protection of the data. Shredding will be done until the parts are less than 2 inches in diameter. Computer has been an essential part of today’s world but proper steps should also be taken to make sure that a green environment is not compromised. 
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Electronics Recycling

3/22/2012

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Nowadays, the advances in technology have made strides on a daily basis and newer and more sophisticated electronic devices and gadgets are now out in the market. Amidst these new innovations, old devices and used up electronic gadgets are being stored up in many houses and left there for years as white elephants. Televisions for one are used up to twenty-four months and then discarded. Same thing with old computers as they are used a maximum of thirty-six months.  It is a good thing that people are resorting to electronics recycling, so that toxic materials inside these electronic junks can be removed while ensuring more landfill space.   

The value to the economy of these old television sets, cell phones, computer monitors, and PCs cannot be discounted because not only will many people be able to save money, but they would also help keep the environment clean and safe. It is a known fact that technological advances have given consumers the opportunity to change their old products into better, more efficient and cost saving units that can be used for a longer time. However, electronics recycling comes to fore because many of these old gadgets or devices have not been rendered useless and in fact can still be used, repaired, and even be given away to charitable institutions and a number of schools.

Incidentally, if there is a big market for new and more advanced products, there is also another market that can make a killing by selling these refurbished television sets and computer laptops that were repaired and still in tip-top condition. It is the same thing with discarded cell phones because many buyers who want to save money can have these recycled units at a much lower price. Electronics recycling has been a boon to consumer and the environment because nothing is wasted. 

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