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Sree's
Thoughts on PC Maintenance
Thursday, June 21, 2001 |
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Just
the same way that you take care of your car, there are things
you need to do to keep your computer running clean and clear.
A little bit of care can save you several hundred dollars in
repair bills and keep your PC alive longer than you think.
So here are some tips: DELETE
UNWANTED FILES
You probably have old documents, photos, and other things clogging your system. Make sure you periodically drag files you don't need to the trash or recycling bin.
RESTART
YOUR PC
Even if you leave your PC on overnight, be sure to restart it in the morning to clean out the system.
WATCH
THOSE VENTS
Make sure the PC and the monitor are well ventilated... blocking the fans and vents (especially on the back of your monitor can cause serious harm).
REMOVE
DUST
This seems rather obvious, but you need to physically keep the computer clean. Dust around it and make sure you wipe the keyboard and monitor. Just turning the keyboard over and shaking it gently will show you how much gunk (a technical term) accumulates. Send your feedback -- and ideas for coverage: |
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