It isn’t enough that a computer is sleek and fast. HP comes up with products that are also eco-friendly

Log in: Environment. Password: Green. With the fear of an apocalyptic meltdown due to global warming ingrained in our systems, people are looking at ways in which individuals can contribute their mite to ushering in Earth-friendly practices. Well, what is the most ubiquitous device in people’s lives now? The computer, of course. An eco-conscious executive will, therefore, want to balance the need for energy-consuming computers against the necessity of being eco-friendly.

Fortunately, it is not only individuals but also corporates who have taken up the call to manufacture products that have significantly lower adverse effects on the environment. Hewlett- Packard, for one, has come out with what it says are green computers. Says Nitin Choudhary: “The IT industry is working towards adopting a system called Green Computing and innovating products along this line.” Choudhary, director, commercial products, HP India, says this means focusing on three aspects: choosing a more environment-responsible product; using it most effectively; and disposing of it in an eco-friendly manner.

First things first. Eco-friendliness starts with the casing of a device itself. When choosing a computer, remember that the external feature such as a magnesium alloy casing is better than a plastic one. At a time when e-waste is a growing environmental concern, it is a consolation that magnesium enclosures are easier to recycle.So if you are choosing HP machines, go in for HP Compaq 2510P Notebook PC and HP Compaq 2710P Tablet PC.

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