How To Care For Your Laptop Computer

If you have purchased a laptop computer you know full well what a hefty investment it is. I'm sure when you first got your machine you were very protective of it. But, as with anything, when the newness begins to wear off you are less careful.

While you may have already scratched the laptop computer's cover or possibly stuffed it into your briefcase or backpack you still might want to review these "dos and don'ts" for the care of your laptop.

Let's first review what you should NOT do with your laptop computer:

1. Never ever have any liquid around the laptop, especially soda or any other sugary mix;

2. Don't squeeze the computer between books or other objects inside of your briefcase
or backpack;

3. Don't stack heavy items on the laptop;

4. Never hold your laptop by the screen;

5. If you are in an especially hot (over 95 degrees) or especially cold (below 45 degrees) don't leave the computer in your car;

6. Be careful not to place objects such as pencils or highlighters inside of the machine when you close it;

7. Keep your laptop more than six inches away from electrical appliances such as televisions. These type of appliances have strong magnetic fields which might cause the computer to malfunction.

Now that we have reviewed the Don'ts lets talk about what you should DO to keep your laptop computer in good working order.

1. Clean it with a clean, soft cotton cloth. Use an electronic cleaning solution that you can pick up at almost any retail store;

2. Don't spray any of the solution directly on the monitor;

3. Invest in a good carrying case that will properly protect your laptop;

4. Don't skip the registration process when you set up your computer. Always register it;

5. Keep office supplies such as staples and paper clips away from the laptop. These item can easily become lodged in the keyboard or scratch the screen;

6. When holding the computer on your lap, make sure that you don't put it on a pillow or other surface which will block the vents on the bottom of the computer. This will prevent ventilation and cause the laptop to overheat.

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Article Source: How To Care For Your Laptop Computer
by Roberta Sullivan