To help close the digital divide in Maine, the Maine Connectivity Authority has launched the Maine Tech Share program, a statewide initiative to provide refurbished digital devices to veterans, students, older adults, and low-income households. In partnership with Waterville-based nonprofit give IT. get IT., the program aims to source and distribute 25,000 tablets, laptops, and […]
The sleek screen beckons, promising entertainment at your fingertips. Smart TVs have revolutionized how we consume media, but this convenience comes with a trade-off: the collection and storage of your data. Understanding how these devices hold your information and the types of data they accumulate is crucial for responsible ownership and protecting your privacy, […]
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, […]
Learn about how we recycle technology: At Give IT Get IT, we partner with corporations, non-profit organizations, and our local communities to ethically recycle and repurpose technology. Through these partnerships, we reduce e-waste and provide essential access to digital tools. Here’s how our process works: Corporate and Community Partnerships We collaborate with businesses, […]
E-waste recycling, also known as electronic waste recycling, is the process of collecting and processing electronic waste (e-waste) for the purpose of recovering valuable materials and minimizing environmental impact. E-waste includes many electronic devices, such as computers, laptops, smartphones, televisions, printers, etc. At give IT. get IT., we play a vital role in this […]
