4.18.2012

What You Should Do When You Have A Computer To Recycle

By Bruce Castro


Recycling is a huge issue for a lot of people nowadays, but most people have never thought about recycling their computer. Virtually everyone has a computer, and many folks have more than one. Similar to trading in vehicles, many people trade in their computers for new ones. At times when you invest in a new computer you can trade your old one in, but if it isn't working too well, how many people simply get rid of the old one? These non-working computers wind up in the garbage dump and stay there forever as they are not biodegradable.

Computer recycling programs started to pop up in 1994 nonetheless even nowadays, so many people are unaware of it. There are actually places that need computers, so donating yours to these sorts of places is a great idea. Although you may think your computer is worthless and doesn't work, it can be donated to several colleges. Some colleges have computer repair classes so they could use it there. What better use for your old computer that doesn't work any longer, than a class where they are learning how to fix personal computers. The students will have an excellent opportunity to learn about taking a computer apart and putting it back together.

If your computer system can be functional, you'll be able to give them to non-profit organizations. They get them restored so they work, and then give them to folks who need a computer, but are not able to afford one. In many situations, a lot of people merely want a new computer despite the fact that the old one is still functional. They prefer a newer, more sophisticated model, but the old one will still work for somebody. Even tax breaks are given for the donation of old personal computers. In case you are worried about the data on your hard disk drive, you can go to a computer repair shop and ask for help. For a small fee, they can take out your data or may do it at no cost if you say that you are donating it.

In some places, you may get in trouble with the law if you get rid of the computer and monitor with the junk. You must do a little research to discover where you can throw it out. If you have a college close by, you can ask if they take old computers. It is better to offer it to a local organization than to dump it in the landfill. There are several landfills which will allow the dumping of old machines so you may want to contact them to find out if dumping computers is possible.

Recycling is something to think about when you want to dispose of your old pc. If you have the option to recycle a computer, do it as it could help another person and it will protect the environment.




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