Articles by Matthew Liston
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Two weeks ago, I discussed how automatically switching off your monitor (rather than using a screensaver) can save electricity and prolong the life of your hardware. This week, I want to look at some advanced …
In previous Green Computer articles, I have extolled the virtues of reusing old computer hardware. This week, I want to give some specific tips for rescuing that old computer using the Puppy Linux operating system.
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If you’re over a certain age, you probably have fond memories of screensavers. Remember the flying toasters, the outer space warp drive effect, or the cycling colors on old Atari games? In the year 2010, …
Last week’s article on eCycling generated some interesting comments. One email I received made an excellent point: how could I discuss eCycling without mentioning privacy? A very good point, and so I’m using this week’s …
According to statistics published by the EPA, computers and other consumer electronics account for roughly 2% of the “solid waste stream” in the US. Of this, less than 20% is properly recycled. The rest, unfortunately, …
This week on The Green Computer, I’d like to write about an actual “green computer!” This is the story of how I used the latest technology to lower my electric bill (and make my desk …
This week on The Green Computer, we’ll be exposing the dark side of the web: Internet addiction. Sure, the internet is a wonderful tool for sharing information and bringing the world together. But, for certain …
Here at the Green Computer, my favorite tips are the simple ones. Here’s a great idea for making an everyday activity just a little bit greener. Though the change might seem insignificant at first, small …
This week’s tip is a quickie, but it’s one of my favorites: clean out your computer. Over time, your vents and fans get clogged with dust bunnies and pet hair, so air can’t circulate to …
Hello and welcome to The Green Computer! Each week, we’ll look at a different way to use green technology in our everyday lives, with a special focus on green computing.
What is green computing? Most of …
