Going Green Tips

Here are some easy ways you can be more eco-minded ... that cost nothing! Unplug it - " ... people don’t realize that their cell phone charger, laptop cable and other electrical plugs drain power while they are plugged in, even if they are not in use. ... only 5% of the power used by an average cell phone charger is used to...

You seasoned techies are no doubt thinking, "Another article on how to get more life from your laptop battery. Big deal. I already know how to do that." Well, Mr. or Ms. Techie, I scoff at your hubris. There's still plenty to learn when it comes to getting more juice from a charge and extending your battery's overall life. So, yes, there are tips that most of us know:

1. Dim your scree...