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News Q is for Quad-play A-Zs… Security from A-Z… Biometrics from A-Z… Broadband from A-Z… Wireless from A-Z… Green IT from A-Z… And although the telco is dabbling with fibre... [23 Jan 2008]
The A to Z of green IT
News And perhaps more than many other parts of the business, IT has its own part to play in the move to a leaner and greener future. Dumping waste into landfill is a big eco-no-no, particularly for businesses since the WEEE came into play earlier this... [21 Nov 2007]
Dear silicon.com... work and play, mobiles on planes, data leaks...
Comment So not far from his idea, but could do with being a bit more plug and play and user friendly for the average home user before we see wide spread use. Terms like "plug and play", "pay as you go" and "on demand" exist in our society because, as... [25 Oct 2007]
Tech recycling rubbished as "stupid"
News With the long-awaited Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive coming into play this year to encourage companies to recycle and reuse their old IT equipment - some companies are sending their PCs to developing countries in a bid... [15 Oct 2007]
Cisco says Scotland is the place for data centres
News He said: "I think this could be a phenomenal play for Scotland. Aside from buying into the numerous green initiatives launched by hardware makers, there are other ways to reduce the environmental impact of your IT systems. [26 Sep 2007]
London 2012 embraces web 2.0 and green IT
News Organisers have also set out to make London 2012 the most environmentally friendly Olympic Games ever, and with around 10,000 PCs, two data centres and 1,000 servers in play IT is set to have a key role in achieving that goal. [01 Aug 2007]
Five hot outsourcing trends to watch
News silicon.com's CIO Jury of UK heads of IT recently revealed environmental factors play a key role in the selection of technology suppliers and partners. Duncan Aitchison, managing director of business advisory company TPI, told silicon.com even if... [06 Jul 2007]
Leader: How green is your (silicon) valley?
Leader How about encouraging homeworking more in the spring and autumn, when heating or air-conditioning bills don't come into play as much for households? It's a subject that needs addressing. There is a line of thinking that equates WFH with less travel... [05 Jul 2007]
Leader: Why green is good for your career
Leader CIOs should recognise that setting the green agenda and becoming a beacon of environmental entrepreneurialism within their company is a positive role to play. The IT industry has long struggled to present a positive image to the rest of business... [30 Apr 2007]
2007 CNET Networks Awards - open for entries
News Worthy of special mention this year is the introduction of the Green IT Initiative of the Year award, reflecting increasing environmental concerns within the industry and the positive role IT can play in protecting the environment. [27 Apr 2007]
India diary, day 3: Inside the outsourcing campus
Comment The basic business infrastructure - roads, power and telecoms - can be patchy in Indian cities, so many of the bigger IT companies have built their own campuses where staff can work, shop, play and in some cases live. [06 Mar 2007]
Leader: What will WEEE mean?
Leader Because 'green' sells, especially as the higher-ups within organisations have woken up to phrases such as 'carbon footprint' and realised they have a part to play in more socially responsible business. [03 Jan 2007]
The Weekly Round-Up: 15.12.06
Round-Up So we can probably look forward to a load of idiotic disclaimers on the sides of Wii boxes anytime soon: "Do not play Wii in stilettos, it could make your knee go pop. The Round-Up had a play on one this week. [15 Dec 2006]
Broadband wireless gets spectrum boost
News Q is for Quad-play It will offer registration on a first come, first served basis, with licensees paying £50 per link per year. Click on the links below to find out everything you ever needed to know about broadband. [10 Nov 2006]
Techies must help save the planet
News David Bellamy, veteran environmentalist and patron of tree-planting charity the Tree Appeal, said IT departments have their part to play in reducing carbon emissions. IT departments need to do more to help businesses cut carbon emissions and... [11 Oct 2006]
