Environmental Impacts Flashcards
1
Q
why do computer systems have a negative impact on the environemnt
A
they require power and they therefore consume energy
2
Q
how can you reduce the amount of energy used by computer systems
A
reduce the brightness on monitors
avoid using a screen saver
auto power down monitor if not in use for a period of time
use standby/ sleep / hibernate mode to redce power to the computer in use
