BTEC DIT C3 LAC - Technology & Environment

Which poisonous metals can computers contain, which can cause an issue when they are thrown away?

• Iron

• Copper

• Lead

• Mercury

Which metal is used in computers but is now becoming rarer.

• Iron

• Copper

• Lead

• Mercury

Which is cheaper to run?

• A laptop

• A desktop

What are consumables in computing. (Click all that apply)

• Ink cartridges

• Monitors

• Cables

• Paper

Identify below the environmental benefits of technology. (Choose all that apply)

• Electronic communication can reduce the use of paper

• Digital devices use electricity which means increasing use of fossil fuels.

• Digital devices can monitor the weather which means a closer eye can be kept on the environment.

• Computers can control industrial processes which is more efficient and less polluting

Identify the drawbacks of technology for the environment

• Old computers need disposed of and parts are not always recycled

• The number of trees being cut down is reduced by less use of paper

• Computers need electricity and therefore mean that more fossil fuels are being used.

• Some computer waste containing toxic substances is illegally sent to third world countries.

Identify the settings that can be used to reduce the environmental impact of technology.

• Ensuring you have the right waste management permit to dispose of electronic items

• Power saving to reduce screen brightness

• Set the machine to automatically power off if it hasn't been used for a period of time.

• Save paper and ink by providing electronic versions of documents

It can be better for the environment to upgrade a PC rather than replace it.

• True

• False

There are no downsides to upgrading a PC rather than replacing it

• True

• False

What problems might occur if you upgrade your PC? (Choose all that apply)

• The PC might run faster

• The new software might not be totally compatible with the old components.

• The PC might be able to take advantage of new technology that didn't work previously

• Programs might load quicker