Computers are an investment.\u00a0 Many of us may not have the means to buy a new one each time something goes wrong.\u00a0 So how do you take care of yours?\u00a0 One key piece all PC owners should know is the importance of removing dust from the inside <\/i>of their computer.<\/p>\n
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We have spent\u00a0a lot of time focusing on PC security, which is imperative.\u00a0 However, we also need to reiterate the importance of basic computer maintenance.\u00a0When we forget\u00a0about basic computer maintenance,\u00a0even the best security software won\u2019t do us any good in the long run.<\/p>\n
I often give this analogy when educating people on the importance of this issue. A computer is like a car and every 3000 miles you have to change the oil. Now, you can go longer than that and not experience any problems. But if\u00a0the neglect\u00a0goes on for 2 years you probably won’t have a car to drive. The older the car gets the more things that are going to go wrong with it physically.<\/p>\n
The same thing goes for our computers. Dust is hazardous to computer components and can cause overheating which\u00a0results in\u00a0events\u00a0like unexpected shutdowns, blue screens, slowness etc.<\/p>\n
The great thing about this is you don\u2019t need to be a computer genius to do the necessary maintenance. All you need is a screwdriver and a can of compressed air (that\u2019s it). With the computer\u00a0turned off, unplug it from the outlet or power strip. Once unplugged, press the power button to discharge any residual power. Open the sides of the computer,\u00a0and touch some bare metal, to discharge any static electricity\u00a0in your body,\u00a0then spray the can in an upright position for 2 to 3 seconds at a time. Repeat this until all the dust has been eliminated.\u00a0 Best practice is to\u00a0perform this procedure at least once a year.<\/p>\n
For Laptops, this process is slightly different and you will need to consult your product manual for instructions on how to remove the battery and remove the keyboard to spray inside. Hope this helps. Cheers!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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