From: bencollver@tilde.pink   
      
   On 2025-12-22, Computer Nerd Kev  wrote:   
   > At least so far as the first argument goes, it definitely reflects   
   > the attitude of some Linux kernel developers:   
      
   Regarding power usage it's fairly simple:   
      
   Older computers had smaller wattage power supplies, and the typical   
   usage pattern was to power down when you weren't using it.   
      
   UPS battery backup power can be educational.  I seem to recall that   
   the CRTs would drain the batteries faster than the LCDs did, which   
   contradicts one of the arguments in the original article.   
      
   On the other hand, power usage is only the tip of the iceberg in terms   
   of ecological footprint.  I have no idea about the comparative cost of   
   manufacture, nor the comparative load of toxic materials.  Considering   
   these factors it would make sense to extend the service life.   
      
   -Ben   
      
   --- SoupGate-Win32 v1.05   
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