Desmond Decker is the Chief Information Officer of the Bertrand Group in Cameron, New York. One of the Bertrand Group’s stated objectives (among others) is to “tread lightly on our planet in our business practices.” Desmond has interpreted this as meaning his organization should embrace the concept of “clean computing.” Which of the following initiatives would qualify as a component of such a “clean computing” initiative? (Choose two Answers)

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Desmond Decker is the Chief Information Officer of the Bertrand Group in Cameron, New York. One of the Bertrand Group’s stated objectives (among others) is to “tread lightly on our planet in our business practices.” Desmond has interpreted this as meaning his organization should embrace the concept of “clean computing.”   Which of the following initiatives would qualify as a component of such a “clean computing” initiative? (Choose two Answers)

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The scenario asks which initiatives align with a 'clean computing' initiative, focusing on environmentally sustainable IT practices.
Option A: Hiring only graduates of “green”-certified universities. While this might reflect a sustainability mindset, it does not directly translate into a concrete environmental IT practice. It focuses on the supplier’s credentials rather than the company’s operational impact, and it could be impractical or discriminatory without evidence that such credentials guarantee greener computing.
Option B: Recycling old cardboard boxes to use as desks in the office. Although recycling and reusing materials are environmentally friendly, cardboard boxes used as desks do not represent a scalable or meaningful IT-environment improvement. This choice targets general office waste rather than the core IT footprint, and could raise concerns about safety and practicality.
Option C: Eliminating the number of networking devices by using Network Virtualization. This directly reduces hardware footprint, energy use, and maintenance associated with networking gear, which is a core aspect of clean computing. Virtualization consolidates devices and can lower power consumption and material waste, making it a strong candidate.
Option D: Using a recycling disposal service for old/failed computer equipment. Responsible e-waste disposal is central to clean computing, ensuring that hardware is recycled or disposed of properly, reducing environmental harm from obsolete devices.

In summary, the two options that best embody a clean computing initiative are C and D, as they address hardware reduction and responsible end-of-life handling of IT equipment. The other options, while potentially beneficial in broader sustainability contexts, do not directly represent core clean computing practices in IT infrastructure.

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