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  • The Importance of Sustainable Device Ownership

    • Date: January 31, 2025
    • Category: Build IT , Data Destruction , Donation , get IT , give IT , learn IT , News , Uncategorized , Videos

    As we are well into the new year, I want to share my thoughts about sponsoring individuals and families for computer device ownership. Ownership, rather than lending, is a far more cost-effective and sustainable solution that aligns with the principles of true digital equity. Borrowed equity is temporary; only ownership fosters long-term digital inclusion and […]

  • The Gift of Opportunity: Why Donating Tech This Holiday Season Makes the Biggest Impact

    • Date: December 16, 2024
    • Category: Build IT , Data Destruction , Donation , get IT , give IT , learn IT , News , Uncategorized , Videos

      In the holiday season, we focus on the joy of giving. While traditional gifts like toys, gadgets, or cozy (ugly) sweaters are cherished, another kind of gift carries transformative power: donating old technology. By giving the gift of opportunity through tech donations, we can profoundly impact individuals, families, and communities while addressing pressing issues […]

  • The Value of Computer Recycling and Refurbishment: A Note from our Founders

    • Date: December 2, 2024
    • Category: Build IT , Data Destruction , Donation , get IT , give IT , learn IT , News , Uncategorized , Videos

    As the world approaches the October 2025 end-of-support date for Windows 10, millions of computers face premature obsolescence. Studies suggest that over 40 million machines will be rendered “useless,” contributing to the growing e-waste problem. But this doesn’t have to be the case. Many of these systems, often equipped with solid hardware—like i5 processors, SSDs, […]

  • Why Reused Laptops with Linux Are Better Than New Chromebooks

    • Date: November 25, 2024
    • Category: Build IT , Data Destruction , Donation , get IT , give IT , learn IT , News , Uncategorized , Videos

    Choosing a suitable device can be challenging in an era of rapid technological evolution. While Chromebooks are often marketed as affordable and user-friendly, ‘reused laptops’ (laptops that have been previously owned and then refurbished for resale) running Linux offer a superior alternative for many users. They combine flexibility, performance, and sustainability, making them a compelling […]

  • Reducing E-Waste at Home

    • Date: October 24, 2024
    • Category: Build IT , Data Destruction , Donation , get IT , give IT , learn IT , News , Uncategorized , Videos

      Reducing e-waste helps protect the environment, saves money, and maximizes the life of electronics. Here are the give IT. get IT practical strategies for minimizing your household’s electronic waste.     1.) Reduce: Buy Smart and Use Less Invest in quality devices: Choose durable products that last longer.   Repair before replacing: Fix faulty electronics instead […]