The following are some of the options that an organization must take into account while considering the

disposal of old computer equipment: Can the costs be recovered by selling the computer equipment to employees or the general public? Give away the computer equipment to a local charity and possibly receive a tax receipt in return. Donate the computer equipment to students or others who need a computer. Dispose the computer equipment by having it sent to a local recycling center.

Security considerations include erasing the hard drive data before disposal. Licensing considerations include checking the software licensing agreements and transferring ownership before disposal. Environmental considerations include abiding by EPA standards while disposing the computer equipment. Formal evaluation criteria is necessary for an organization considering any hardware purchase because it helps make a well-informed decision by taking into account factors such as configuration, compatibility, cost, industry standards, operating efficiency, support, specific requirements, and ordering recommendations.