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Economics of Electronic Recycling
The speed of technological advancement feels almost dizzying at times. Personal electronics are more affordable and more abundant than anyone could have imagined. Households that owned only one family computer a decade ago may now have a dozen or more Smart devices – not to mention all the rarely used equipment that’s kept around just in case. Unfortunately, all that
Alarming E-recycling Facts and Statistics to Think About
Around the world, it is almost obligatory to have the latest and greatest tech gadgets. Companies have a propensity to dispense new versions at an exponential rate. This ultimately results in quite a few unneeded devices in addition to all the accessories that go with it such as cords, speakers and chargers. This is electronic waste, which brings forth the question,
Why Should I Buy a Refurbished Phone Instead of a Used Phone?
Are you looking for a new phone, but don’t want to pay that outrageous price just so you can have the latest and greatest version? Buy a refurbished phone. Why would I want to buy someone else’s problem? Well, technically, you’re not and here’s why… There are plenty of misconceptions about buying refurbished phones. Many people believe a refurbished phone is one
History of Electronic Waste Recycling Industry
Have you ever stopped to think about how much electronic waste you produce each year? It’s mind-blowing and you are just one person. Think about how much electronic waste the world as a whole produces! The need for properly disposing of electronic waste becomes greater and even more important by the day. When did electronic waste disposal begin and where
5 Different Ways To Recycle Old Electronics
Do you have old electronics that need to be trashed? Do you know how to properly dispose of them? Disposing of old electronics isn’t as simple as just tossing them into the trash. You have to consider the environment and other serious matters such as the security of your personal information or that of your business and customer data. So what are
The Do’s And Don’ts Of Computer Disposal For Small Businesses
The mishandling of a consumer’s personal data is serious, even if it was unintentional. This could easily happen such as in the case of data being hacked from an old computer that was improperly disposed of. Have your old business computers been properly disposed of? Many small business owners believe, perhaps based on old information, that they have properly disposed
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Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo’s First Annual Electronic Recycling Event Recap
Tips for Buying a Refurbished Computer
Computer recycling doesn’t always involve dismantling the device for parts. Some computers that show little to no cosmetic damage and are relatively new, are now being “refurbished” and put back on the market as “used” or rebuilt devices. Many have upgrades included that make them better and more functional than they were when they were new. What is a “Refurbished
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