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QuestionEnvironmental Science

Green computing refers to environmentally responsible and energy-efficient use of computers and related technology. This involves practices that reduce energy consumption, minimize electronic waste, and lower the carbon footprint of computing technologies.

Option A: Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label - ENERGY STAR is a government-backed symbol for energy efficiency - These products are designed to consume less energy - This is a direct example of green computing Option B: Keep devices turned on and ready to use, even at night - Leaving devices on continuously wastes electricity - This is the OPPOSITE of green computing principles - Increases unnecessary energy consumption Option C: Request printed receipts - Printing creates paper waste - Increases environmental impact - Not related to green computing technology practices Option D: Purchase new models of devices as soon as they are released - Frequent device replacement creates electronic waste - Increases manufacturing demand and resource consumption - Contradicts green computing principles of sustainability

The only option that represents green computing is Option A: Purchase and use products with an ENERGY STAR label.