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Your E-Waste is killing Chinese peasants

Thinking about upgrading your computer? Need a faster processor, bigger monitor or a slimline mobile phone?  Before you get rid of your current pieces of hardware, read these stories by the BBC.  This is what is happening to "recycled" computers from developed countries.

BBC E-Waste Photo Essay

 BBC E-Waste Overview

 I'd encourage everyone to think twice about upgrading their computer or mobile-phone hardware.  Do you really need it? If you do have to throw it out, perhaps find a local school/community group to donate it to. I'll do some more research about better ways to dispose of computers and post them soon.  If you have any suggestions leave a comment.

Posted on Sunday, June 4, 2006 at 11:39 by Registered CommenterDoctabones | CommentsPost a Comment

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