Dell Inc. has unveiled a program to recycle all of its consumer products anywhere in the world free of charge.

The new global recycling policy will provide consumers free recycling of any Dell-branded product whether or not the consumer buys a new Dell product. The Round Rock, Texas-based computer firm plans to launch the service in the United States by September and globally by November. It already is available in Europe.

"We have a responsibility to our customers to recycle the products we make and sell," said Chairman Michael Dell. "Our direct relationships with consumers allow us to offer this easy and free service, and we encourage others in our industry to do so as well."

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