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After considering recycling, the next step is inquiry about potential donation avenues. A quick call to a local donation center reveals that the MacBook Air is indeed a candidate for donation. Not only will it help someone in need, but the seller also stands to benefit from a tax deduction reflecting its market value.
Many donation centers are pivoting towards accepting various peripherals, such as keyboards and monitors, meaning there are pathways for giving life to otherwise discarded items. However, these items will eventually need recycling, underscoring the cycle of life and death within the tech ecosystem.