As technology continues to progress and the lifespan of consumer electronics continues to shorten, there is a significant problem that society is left to ponder: e-waste. What exactly is e-waste? E-waste, otherwise known as discarded electronics, includes cell phones, pda's, computers, tablets, monitors, fax machines, televisions, and other common electronic products.

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