Energy Efficient Computers

Lowering Energy Costs

PC Energy Efficiency Tips

So, knowing how to run your PC as efficiently as possible can yield you some great cost savings on your electrical bills.

Here's HOW-- You can use your PC's "standby" power saving mode to put your PC to sleep when you're going to take a break from using it.

I love standby because it's conserves power. Basically, your entire computer switches to a low-power state.

By the way, you'll still want to completely shut down your PC and turn off its power strip when you’re done using it for the day. Shut down is the ultimate power saver and it’ll keep your PC on a good power diet.

Other Key Money Saving Tips

• Monitors

  You can purchase an LCD monitor which end up using a great deal less power then CRT's

• Energy Star

  The EPA strengthened the energy use guidelines for PC's standby, active and sleep modes. So, if your shopping for a PC, keep your eye out to see if it's energy star rated.

  By the way, you can click here to have this wizard instantly get your PC set up for maximum power efficiency.

  

  Summary

  I enjoyed having had the opportunity to share my tips on energy efficient computers with you.

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