Toshiba and Dell Computers

April 17, 2011

There are more than 1 billion PCs in use throughout the world, and this number is only set to grow. At the same time, there is an increasing pressure on consumers and manufacturers to manage their carbon footprints by recycling, saving energy and cutting down on waste. As leaders in computer manufacturing, Dell and Toshiba are leading by example, with coordinated corporate responsibility programs in place to ensure that they offset their carbon emissions significantly. Toshiba and Dell computers are some of the most environmentally friendly PCs around – and other top computer manufacturers are following suit.

Carbon-neutral computing may be a long way off, but Toshiba and Dell computers are taking the first steps towards achieving this vision. Here’s just some of the ways that Toshiba and Dell computers can help you compute with a clear conscience:

Manufacturing Waste

Toshiba is committed to Japan’s goal of lowering greenhouse gas emissions by 25%. To this end, Toshiba is proactively reducing the volume of waste generated and using recyclable materials in its manufacturing processes. They are also striving to discontinue the use of hazardous chemical products that are targeted for reduction. Continue reading …

Posted in: Gadgets, Technology

A Virtual World for Kids Review

April 14, 2011

Secret Builders is a social networking massively multi-player online game (MMOG) that was launched in 2007 by Renaissance 2.0 Media. The site is aimed at children from age 5 to 14. The site is a combination of social chatting and educational features. Players are introduced to historical characters and learn basic concepts in math, science and the humanities. Children are given the opportunity to express themselves through creative writing and artwork.

The appeal of the website is its vast array of online games that children can play and the social interaction between the members. Memberships begin at $5.95 per month with discounts at the 6 and 12 month levels. As with most online games, a reward system pays players for winning games and completing tasks, and allows them to upgrade their membership and their virtual world. Children can play for free; however, their movement within the world is limited. The website is the base for the game. There is no need to download a separate program to operate the game. Continue reading …

Posted in: Kids

Movie Reviews – A Deeper Look at “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”

April 5, 2011

The Story Line.

The Whos are preparing for their Christmas celebration. They’re obsessed with buying, giving, getting and decorating. Right from the start Cindy Lou, about 8 years old, observes all this activity and asks her father if it’s”right.” He brushes her off and says that this is how Whoville celebrates Christmas.

During all these busy preparations, the Grinch comes down disguised as one of the Whos. Cindy Lou meets him. When everyone realizes he’s been there, they act terrified. Cindy Lou begins to feel sorry for the Grinch; she’s determined to learn more about him.

She interviews the two older ladies who adopted him when he was a baby. She interviews the Mayor of Whoville. And, she interviews Martha Mae, the girl he liked in grade school. Cindy Lou comes to realize that the other kids at school mocked him, made fun of him and ridiculed him. And, so the Grinch left. He went up the mountain, outfitted a cave and has been there all these years.

Every year Whoville elects a Cheermeister to lead the Christmas Whobilation. The mayor wants that honor but Cindy Lou nominates the Grinch. Everyone agrees. She goes up the mountain to invite him. He decides to accept the honor and goes down to the celebration. Once there, the Whoville people are so over-excited, they frantically dress him, feed him, pull, push and shove him. He tries to stop them and actually says, “Stop, too much, too soon.” They pay no attention; he becomes angry and destroys the whole town’s Christmas. Little did he know that they had “spares” of everything, which they quickly brought out and put up.

The Grinch cannot stand the situation. He goes down again secretly on Christmas Eve night and steals everything; he wants to “teach them a lesson.” He takes everything back up to his mountain and is going to destroy it when he suddenly hears singing. “What?” he thinks. And, shock of shocks. The Grinch realizes that the people of Whoville now know that Christmas is not about buying, getting, giving or decorating. It’s about family and friends gathering together and loving each other. It’s about feeling content and grateful for what they each have. It’s about peace and true “good will” among all. Continue reading …

Posted in: Art and Entertainment

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