| Just about everybody has a computer these days. | | | | that manufactured your computer. Several of these |
| And with technology moving as quickly as it does, it | | | | companies now have recycling programs. Sometimes |
| is not unusual for computer equipment to become | | | | these companies will even accept older computer |
| outdated in, at the most, 5 years, but often times it | | | | parts and give you credit toward the purchase of |
| is only a year before out dates occur. With this in | | | | new computer equipment from the same |
| mind, we have to be really on top of things as it | | | | manufacturer. If the manufacturer of your computer |
| relates to disposing of our computer equipment. | | | | does not have a disposal program, then you will |
| Computers contain materials that are hazardous | | | | simply be referred to the state disposal agency. |
| when they are leaked. You definitely don't want to | | | | Be a Good Samaritan. |
| contribute to environmental damage. To prevent this | | | | Keep in mind that some charities would be happy to |
| happening, there are some steps that you can take. | | | | have your old computer equipment. They can use |
| Do your homework. | | | | them locally or even ship them overseas for use. You |
| These days, because of environmental concerns, you | | | | can always contact the charity you are considering to |
| can check to see what, if any, guidelines exist in your | | | | see if what you have meets their needs. Just |
| city, county, or state regarding the disposal of | | | | because some equipment is outdated for you, it may |
| computer equipment. These agencies can assist you | | | | be a treasure for someone else. |
| with the proper disposal procedures. A simple phone | | | | The main thing to remember is that it is important to |
| call to one of these government agencies or to a | | | | be responsible about what you do with your older |
| waste management company could probably help | | | | computer equipment. With a few phone calls, or a |
| you find out what you need to do pretty easily. | | | | simple search online, you can find a new home for |
| Return to sender. | | | | your old computer, and make room for your new |
| Another option for disposal is through the company | | | | one. |