Cambridge Technicals in IT - Unit 02 - LO4.3

What is the primary goal of Green IT?

• Increasing computing speed.
• Reducing e-waste.
• Improving software usability.
• Enhancing customer engagement.

Answer explanation

Green IT focuses on reducing environmental impact, including e-waste reduction.

Which global event focuses on climate change and sustainability?

• GDPR Conferences.
• International Tech Summit.
• UN Climate Change Summits.
• World Economic Forum.

Answer explanation

The UN Climate Change Summits address sustainability and environmental issues.

What is the UK’s official policy on Green IT?

• Digital Economy Act.
• Net Zero Initiative.
• Data Protection Act.
• Greening Government ICT Strategy.

Answer explanation

The UK government’s Green IT strategy is called the Greening Government ICT Strategy.

How can organisations reduce their carbon footprint?

• Avoiding software updates.
• Increasing data storage capacity.
• Purchasing more hardware.
• Using renewable energy sources.

Answer explanation

Using renewable energy sources helps organisations lower their carbon footprint.

What is a direct benefit of Green IT?

• Higher software costs.
• Increased hardware waste.
• Greater energy consumption.
• Enhanced brand image.

Answer explanation

Green IT enhances an organisation’s reputation by demonstrating environmental responsibility.

Which of these is a key principle of Green IT?

• Producing more e-waste.
• Reducing energy consumption.
• Increasing electricity use.
• Encouraging disposable hardware.

Answer explanation

Green IT focuses on reducing energy consumption and environmental impact.

What is the main reason for implementing Green IT strategies?

• Sustainability.
• Faster processing speeds.
• Increased software costs.
• More complex networks.

Answer explanation

The purpose of Green IT is sustainability by reducing environmental impact.

How does Green IT benefit businesses financially?

• Reducing energy costs.
• Limiting software updates.
• Increasing hardware expenses.
• Encouraging more power consumption.

Answer explanation

Green IT helps lower electricity bills and operational costs.

What is one way individuals can support Green IT?

• Using only fossil fuels for power.
• Recycling old electronics.
• Buying more disposable products.
• Leaving devices powered on.

Answer explanation

Recycling electronics prevents e-waste and supports Green IT initiatives.

What is an environmental impact of traditional IT practices?

• High energy consumption.
• Lower electronic waste.
• Reduced carbon emissions.
• Sustainable power usage.

Answer explanation

Traditional IT practices consume large amounts of energy, contributing to pollution.