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Computer Recycle Day 2007
A lot of time is spent these days on the new hot electronic products, what new media player is a 'must-have' and where to find the best deals. However, just as important (if not more) is the difficult question of where to dispose of the old equipment your new toys have replaced. April 22nd is Earth Day, and April 21st is Computer Recycle Day, which makes this weekend the Eco-Center of Cyber-Recycling. Many people are unaware that most electronics are considered hazardous waste, and can't simply be thrown in your regular garbage bin.
Join the Data Doctors as they discuss how to dispose of technology safely, both safe for the environment, and safe for your personal information.
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Original Air Date: Apr 21, 2007
This Week's Links
- Arizona Students Recycling Used Technology
- Find an E-Cycler in Your Area
- Westech - Professional Asset Recovery
- The Computer Take-Back Campaign
- National Christina Foundation
- Permenantly Erase your Data Before Recycling
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