Green Computing And Health Issues

Question 1

What is green computing

Answer 1

The environmentally responsible and eco-friendly use of computers and their resources

Question 2

What are some examples of green computing

Answer 2

Using biodegradable materials
Using low power devices
Using a power management function on your computing device

Question 3

What are some common health problems associated with the regular computer use

Answer 3

Back and neck pain
Hand or arm pain
Eye strain
Obesity
Computer stress

Question 4

How do you get back and neck pain

Answer 4

Sitting hunched forward or lying back in your chair

Question 5

How do you get hand or arm pain

Answer 5

The overuse of a mouse and keyboard

Question 6

How do you get eye strain

Answer 6

Focusing your eyes on the screen for hours

Question 7

What causes obesity

Answer 7

Activities sitting behind the computer for long periods of time

Question 8

What causes computer stress

Answer 8

Being anxious and nervous when a computer malfunctions does not perform optimally as expected

Question 9

What can the frequent use of a computer keyboard increase the risk of

Answer 9

Carpal tunnel syndrome CTS
Repetitive strain injury RSI

Question 10

What is repetitive strain injury

Answer 10

A general term used to describe the pain felt in muscles, nerves and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse

Question 11

What is carpal tunnel syndrome

Answer 11

A condition that causes numbness, tingling and other symptoms in the hand and arm