The PC's Dirty Little Secret: It Wastes Power Shamelessly

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Please do your research, as there are traps of false ecology. For instance the hybrid cars, particularly the Preius. Because of the batteries and what is involved in manufacturing them it consumes as much energy as it takes to produce and drive a full size Hummer. It's not conservative at all, it only gives one the image of an eco friendly individual.

DMan of TX 7:49PM April 04, 2009

I am so tired of manufacturers claiming that we (the consumers) are not demanding energy savings. I buy a computer once in ten years and when I buy, I expect the computer to meet the latest standards.(Since when is Energy Efficiency and optional feature on anything?)
This is just like the Auto industry saying that we haven't been demanding fuel efficient cars... I have been buying fuel efficient, inexpensive foreign made cars for 23 years because the American auto makers didn't listen.

BINGO of MN 2:23PM December 26, 2008

A interesting fact about secret energy is the code of it multiples the model of it and measures the lost energy of fabrication

of MO 10:40PM November 01, 2008

we set all computers in our home to shut down after 30 min. and saved $50 a month on our bill. It is an easy savings.

of KY 1:36PM September 29, 2008

Yes!! PCs drain power!
Think about this - a child often overlooks turning off the computer when they are done using it. But this action is just as important to instill in them as is turning off the lights when they leave a room or cleaning up their toys when their done playing. Teaching this to our children not only provides a great opportunity for them to learn a simple, responsible behavior, but it also saves on the electric bill and helps planet earth! Visit www.turnofftool.com for more information and to download an application that simplifies the shut down process for your child.

Tristha of CA 4:45AM May 26, 2008

Yes!! PCs are power drainers!
Think about this - a child often overlooks turning off the computer when they are done using it. But this action is just as important to instill in them as is turning off the lights when they leave a room or cleaning up their toys when their done playing. Teaching this to our children not only provides a great opportunity for them to learn a simple, responsible behavior, but it also saves on the electric bill and helps planet earth! Visit www.turnofftool.com for more information and to download an application that simplifies the shut down process for your child.

Tristha of CA 4:42AM May 26, 2008

Why wouldn't you turn it off? Is this really news for anyone? Leaving any electrical appliance running full time can only use needless engery and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know that.

Brooke 1:09PM April 30, 2008