Rethinking Data Centers, Google’s Lifeline for Old PCs, and the Internet's Surprising Cognitive Benefits

In this episode of #Trending, host Jim Love discusses the growing local opposition to new data centers and its potential economic impacts, Google's Chrome OS Flex as an alternative to Windows 11 to reduce e-waste, and a new study on how internet use might slow cognitive decline in older adults. Tune in for insights into the delicate balance of an AI-driven economy, the benefits of extending the life of older PCs, and the positive cognitive effects of internet engagement for seniors.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:21 Community Pushback Against Data Centers 02:57 Google's Chrome OS Flex: A Lifeline for Older PCs 05:15 Internet Use and Cognitive Health in Older Adults 07:24 Conclusion and Call to Action