Use Computer in Eco-friendly manner

Environment is getting murkier day by day. It is an effect of global warming. It may lead to even worse weather conditions. So, we as a conscious human being ought to contribute for the betterment of the environment that surrounds us.

One of the easiest way to protect our environment is by saving energy. Energy as per scientific convention can never be created nor destroyed. It gets transformed from one form to other. So, the less we spend the more we save. I have listed a few ways to cut down energy usage. Some of you may already know about these ways but it is always good to be reminded.

These tips can also help you to reduce electricity bill.

1. Sleep or Hibernate rather than screen saver

There is a myth that screen savers save energy which actually is not true. If you are not using computer for a certain time it is better to put it into sleep mode. And if you are not going to use the computer for a longer period but want to save the workspace, hibernate mode is always recommended.

Setting computers, monitors, and copiers to use sleep-mode when not in use help cut energy costs by approximately 40%.

2. Unplug external devices not in use and turn-off unused hardware

Unplug the devices such as external hard drive, bluetooth etc. when they are not in use. Hardware connected to computer regardless of being used or not draw significant memory.

Now a days computers come with in-built hardware like bluetooth, Wifi etc. If these are not in use turn them off. It will also help to improve battery life in mobile devices like laptop, mobile phones, etc.