Old computers harm office morale

In a "You probably were expecting this" moment, we carry the news that ageing and unreliable office computers are making workers unhappy and more likely to claim sick leave, a new survey shows.

A poll conducted by Tickbox.net of more 2,700 European office workers from Britain, France and Germany found that workplace dissatisfaction increased significantly with the age of computer equipment. British and French respondents said working on outdated computers was the most irritating aspect of office life.

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