Where to scavenge/recycle computers

[boblothrope.livejournal.com]

Anyone know a place in the area where people can recycle and scavenge computers and parts?

I used to get parts from the computer recycling bin at the Cambridge DPW's Recycling Center, but recently they started enforcing their rule against taking anything from the electronics bins.

Comments

[chenoameg.livejournal.com]

I'm guessing it has to do with the hazardous materials that are in many electronic parts.

[spud.livejournal.com]

I seriously doubt that anyone scavenging for parts is going to chew on batteries or capacitors attached to any boards they find. It sounds more akin to people who want to put padding down on playgrounds so kids won't scrape their knees when they fall.