Environmental Issues in Computer Science

The video discusses the environmental issues associated with computer technology. It highlights the high demand for natural resources due to the production of electronic devices like game consoles and smartphones. The manufacturing process is energy-intensive, and data centers consume significant energy. Disposal of electronic waste poses environmental and health risks, especially in countries with lower disposal standards. The video emphasizes the need for responsible management of technology's environmental impact.

What are some of the issues that need to be considered when new computer technologies are introduced?

• Only legal and privacy issues

• Ethical, privacy, legal, environmental, and cultural issues

• Only technical feasibility

• Just environmental issues

Which gaming console has sold the most units according to the video?

• PlayStation

• Xbox One

• Xbox 360

• Nintendo DS

What is a significant concern regarding the natural resources used in computing technology?

• They are not used in computing

• They are infinite

• They are in limited supply

• They are easily renewable

How much fossil fuel is required to manufacture a computer compared to its weight?

• Equal to its weight

• Twice its weight

• Ten times its weight

• Half its weight

What percentage of the world's total energy consumption is attributed to data centers?

• 1%

• 2%

• 5%

• 10%

What harmful materials are found in computers that require careful disposal?

• Plastic and glass

• Dioxins, chromium, mercury, cadmium, and radioactive isotopes

• Wood and paper

• Water and air

Why is computer equipment often shipped to countries with lower disposal standards?

• To improve recycling technology

• To reduce shipping costs

• To find cheaper labor

• To exploit lower environmental regulations

What risks do people face when trawling through electronic waste?

• Exposure to dangerous chemicals and environments

• Finding valuable metals

• Improving their health

• Learning new skills

Which of the following is NOT a harmful material mentioned in the video?

• Dioxins

• Chromium

• Silicon

• Cadmium

What is a major environmental concern with the disposal of computing technology?

• It is too expensive

• It is not regulated

• It exposes people to potential danger

• It is too easy