AVG Helps the Environment One Download at a Time
AVG explains how using security software helps the environment
Melbourne, 22 April 2010 – Today is Earth Day, and that means that many of us are thinking about the environment and what we can do to make a difference and improve it for this generation and generations to come. Each one of us can chip in and take action, and no effort is too small. The important thing is to keep those good environmental habits and activities going beyond Earth Day so that they become a part of the way we live our lives.
The challenge for those of us who use technology on a regular basis is that our gadgets have a negative impact on the environment in certain areas. Since minimising the extent of our connected lifestyles simply isn't an option for many of us, it's important to note that there are things that we can do to lessen the negative impact that all of that tech has on the environment.
A lot of computer users are aware of the customisable energy options that are a part of their operating systems and can make their computers more efficient, but did you know that using security software on your computer can also help the environment?
For example, viruses and other threats that infect your computer and run in the background consume your system's resources, which means that your computer has to work harder and therefore use more energy. By preventing these threats from becoming a reality on your system, your security software helps to make sure that your computer only runs what you want it to run and doesn't use an excessive amount of energy.
In addition to this, the current versions of AVG software have reduced scan times by up to 50% and improved memory usage by 10-15% over previous versions. So along with preventing threats from stealing energy, the security software itself also has less of a footprint on your system's resources, which is a win-win for you, your computer, and the environment.
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