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Recycle Old Computers

October 8th 2009 12:16
So many people have either a computer or laptop, if not both in their home or office. We use them so much, and they've become big parts of out daily lives. Computers are used to s tore pictures and videos. We use them for research purposes, as well as writing papers and analyzing data. Society has made computers a need.

The technology to make computers and laptops better is ever growing and expanding. We've gone from wall sized computers to desk computers to laptops and now mini netbooks. We want the best speed to communicate and the most durable means to do it.

With so many new computers and laptops being manufactured and sold, the old ones just get tossed if it can't be reused or you don't know anyone who could use it. According to the Consumer Electronics Association, Americans own at least 24 electronic parts per household.


These parts and gadgets have to be thrown somewhere, and it's not recommended to throw them in the garbage. The technology ooze really isn't the best for the environment. The Environmental Protection Agency is trying to educate consumers that it is important to reuse and recycle electronics as well as plastics, glass, and paper.

You can safely recycle your old computer, even your TV and other electronics. Some states have some sort of legislation to manage electronics that have reached the end of their life.

You can find a local program that will accept your old electronics, by checking out the following sites which will tell you the nearest location that will accept your computers, TVs, other electronics, and even batteries.

* earth911.com/electronics
* mygreenelectronics.org
* call2recycle.org

Best Buy, Office Depot, and Staples, even has a recycling program, so check out the nearest one to see if they can help.




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