Switching from a Windows-operated computer to a Linux-operated one could slash computer-generated e-waste levels by 50%. A UK government study in late 2004 reported that there were substantial green benefits to running a Linux open source operating system (OS) on computers instead of the ubiquitous Windows OS, owned by Microsoft. The main problem with Windows users was that they had to change their computer twice as many times as Linux users, on average, thereby effectively creating twice as much computer-generated e-waste. cnn.com

Open source operating systems and software aren't based on an obsolescent product cycle where revenue is generated by getting people to buy a new product. Linux-based operating systems tend to evolve rather than be replaced

The Ubuntu operating system is a community developed operating system that is free and is updated regularly. A Linux-based operating system that can be used for laptops, desktops and servers.

Big name computer builders like Dell have recognized the demand. Another variation is the gOS operating system that is main streaming sales in an Everex computer sold by Wal-Mart.

The greatest beauty of an open source operating system is that it brings the power of community into development and innovation. Empowering small hardware builders like Zareason that customize open source computers.

The home computer is moving from a model of costly software and energy hungry machinery to web based storage and software on demand driven by advertising dollars. Light weight computers, using less energy tied to pooled resources can reduce energy consumption, especially when multiplied by millions of households.