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GreenIT tip

Posted by Computing Services on Tuesday, Sep. 1, 2009
Don't use a screensaver. Screensavers are not necessary on modern monitors, and they use power and can in some cases prevent your computer from going fully into power saving mode. Instead, set your computer to go directly to standby or hibernation after a designated period of inactivity.