Fishstick's Journal: Computer dust is toxic

Associated Press is carrying the story that "Toxic dust" found on computer processors and monitors contains chemicals linked to reproductive and neurological disorders, according to a new study by several environmental groups.

"This will be a great surprise to everyone who uses a computer," said Ted Smith, director of the Toxics Coalition. "The chemical industry is subjecting us all to what amounts to chemical trespass by putting these substances into use in commerce."

Well, I submitted this as a story and, surprise, it was rejected -- guess it needed some sensational, controversial, if not completely accurate title:

Is your computer is making you crazy and sterile just like Hitler?!! ...sometimes slashdot reminds me of the national enquirer ;-)

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[Fishstick]

no wonder nobody ever replies -- didn't realize that comments are disabled by default. Hmmm -- off to see if there is a preference setting...