Additional Ideas for Conserving Energy

To conserve even more energy when using your computer, consider using a laptop instead of a desktop, since laptop models tend to use less electricity. You can even attach a mouse, keyboard, and monitor to a laptop so you can use a bigger screen and keyboard at your desk while still having the option of carrying your laptop around wherever you need it.

Don’t forget to shut down your Mac when you know you won’t be using it for an extended period of time, such as over the weekend or when you’re on vacation.

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