Green Computing Concepts and Practices

The video discusses green computing, emphasizing energy-efficient hardware, power management, and the importance of recycling e-waste. It highlights the environmental impact of e-waste and offers solutions like using energy star products and recycling centers. The video also covers paper management strategies, advocating for digital documents to reduce paper waste. It concludes with a call to action to adopt eco-friendly practices.

What is the primary goal of green computing?

• To develop new software applications

• To use technology in an energy-efficient and eco-friendly way

• To make technology more affordable

• To increase the speed of computers

What does the Energy Star symbol indicate?

• A product is energy efficient

• A product is made in the USA

• A product is waterproof

• A product is under warranty

Why is it recommended to replace CRT monitors with LCD monitors?

• LCD monitors are cheaper

• LCD monitors use less energy and have a longer lifespan

• CRT monitors are more durable

• CRT monitors have better color accuracy

How can power management settings help in green computing?

• By disabling all power-saving features

• By setting computers to sleep when not in use

• By keeping devices on standby mode

• By increasing the brightness of screens

What is 'vampire power'?

• Energy used by devices when they are charging

• Energy used by devices when they are unplugged

• Energy used by devices when they are in standby mode

• Energy used by devices when they are fully powered on

What is e-waste?

• Waste generated from food packaging

• Old electronic and computing devices that are discarded

• Waste generated from paper products

• Waste generated from plastic bottles

Why is e-waste harmful to the environment?

• It contains heavy metals and plastics that can leach into the soil

• It is expensive to dispose of

• It is difficult to recycle

• It takes up space in landfills

What is a 'soft copy' of a document?

• A physical printed paper document

• A digital version of a document

• A handwritten version of a document

• A photocopy of a document

How can we reduce the use of physical paper in offices?

• By avoiding digital documents

• By using only inkjet printers

• By using print preview and printing on both sides

• By printing more documents

What is a multi-function printer (MFP)?

• A printer that is energy inefficient

• A printer that uses only recycled paper

• A printer that can only print

• A printer that can scan, fax, copy, and print