Thursday 8 September 2011

Definition of Green Computing

>  Green computing is also commonly referred to as Green IT. The idea is to have least human impact on    the environment. Apart from this, it aims to achieve environmental sustainability.

> Green computing is the environmentally responsible use of computers and related resources. Such practices include the implementation of energy-efficient central processing units (CPUs), servers and peripherals as well as reduced resource consumption and proper disposal of electronic waste (e-waste).

> In simple language, green computing is the scientific study of efficient and effective designing, manufacturing, using, disposing, and recycling of computers and computer related products like servers, network systems, communication systems, monitors, USBs, printers, etc. The study uses science to create technologies that would help preserve natural resources and reduce the harmful impact on the environment.

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