Green Gadgets For Dummies

Think green, save green, love Mother Earth, and have your gadgets too
No doubt about it, we′re a society of gadget freaks. But if you love your gadgets and the planet and saving money, here′s where it all comes together. Discover new environmentally friendly gadgets, ways to use the ones you have more efficiently, and steps to safely recycle or dispose of out–of–date or broken gizmos. You′ll even find out how being green saves green!
Start thinking green — learn the "four Rs" of green gadgetry, understand carbon footprints, and starve energy vampiresSave energy now — by using rechargeable batteries, monitoring power use, adjusting settings on TVs and video game consoles, and moreControl your computer — discover how to adjust power conservation settings for Macs and PCsKnow green from greenwash — find out how to choose electronic devices that are truly environmentally friendlyRecognize when it′s time to say goodbye — know what you can donate, how to erase your personal information, and how to find reputable recyclers
Visit the companion Web site at www.dummies.com/go/greengadgetsfd to find more online resources and information about green gadgets!
Open the book and find:How many dollars you can save with energy–saving settingsSneaky ways your gadgets steal energyThe six sins of greenwashingSafe ways to dispose of dead batteriesHow (and why) to deauthorize iTunes before donating your PCSteps for wiping Windows or Mac hard drivesGreener gadgets for your home, car, and outdoor activitiesWhat EnergyStar ratings mean

Spis treści:
Foreword.
Introduction.
Part I: Settling into a Green Gadget Mindset.
Chapter 1: Mother Nature’s Green–Eyed View of Gadgets.
Chapter 2: Practicing Green Gadget Liv ing.
Part II: Getting Green with Gadgets You Own.
Chapter 3: Saving Money (and the Planet) with Rechargeable Batteries.
Chapter 4: Maximizing Energy Savings for Your Portable Gadgets.
Chapter 5: Energy Savings All Around the House.
Part III: Minimizing Your Computer’s Carbon Footprint.
Chapter 6: Your Computer’s Energy Use.
Chapter 7: Reducing Energy Consumption in Windows.
Chapter 8: Conserving Power with Your Mac’s Energy–Saver Settings.
Part IV: Acquiring Green Gadgets and Gear.
Chapter 9: Knowing the Difference Between Truly Green and Greenwash Hype.
Chapter 10: Choosing Green Mac and Windows Computers.
Chapter 11: Buying Green Mobile Phones and Handheld Gadgets.
Chapter 12: Getting Green Gadgets for on the Go.
Chapter 13: Adding Green Gadgets around the House.
Part V: Ridding Yourself of Gadgets the Green Way.
Chapter 14: Donating, Gifting, and Selling Unwanted Gadgets.
Chapter 15: Erasing Your Personal Information before Getting Rid of Gadgets.
Chapter 16: Recycling and Properly Disposing of Hopelessly Useless Gadgets.
Part VI: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 17: Ten Cool Green PC Peripherals and Accessories.
Chapter 18: Ten Green Gadget Designs.
Chapter 19: Ten Green Gadget Buying Tips.
Chapter 20: Ten Frequently Asked Questions about Green Gadgets.
Index.

Nota biograficzna:
Joe Hutsko is a technology enthusiast, a journalist, an author, and a consultant. He contributes to the New York Times blog Green Inc., and has covered the latest tech trends for Fortune, MSNBC.com, Wired, the Washington Post, Newsweek, Time, Macworld, PC World, TV Guide, and others. He runs the green gadget blog gGadget.org and his personal Web site, JOEyGADGET.com.

Okładka tylna:
Think green, save green, love Mother Earth, and have your gadgets too
No d oubt about it, we′re a society of gadget freaks. But if you love your gadgets and the planet and saving money, here′s where it all comes together. Discover new environmentally friendly gadgets, ways to use the ones you have more efficiently, and steps to safely recycle or dispose of out–of–date or broken gizmos. You′ll even find out how being green saves green!
Start thinking green — learn the "four Rs" of green gadgetry, understand carbon footprints, and starve energy vampiresSave energy now — by using rechargeable batteries, monitoring power use, adjusting settings on TVs and video game consoles, and moreControl your computer — discover how to adjust power conservation settings for Macs and PCsKnow green from greenwash — find out how to choose electronic devices that are truly environmentally friendlyRecognize when it′s time to say goodbye — know what you can donate, how to erase your personal information, and how to find reputable recyclers
Visit the companion Web site at www.dummies.com/go/greengadgetsfd to find more online resources and information about green gadgets!
Open the book and find:How many dollars you can save with energy–saving settingsSneaky ways your gadgets steal energyThe six sins of greenwashingSafe ways to dispose of dead batteriesHow (and why) to deauthorize iTunes before donating your PCSteps for wiping Windows or Mac hard drivesGreener gadgets for your home, car, and outdoor activitiesWhat EnergyStar ratings mean