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Computer Tips
Laptop computers are one of the most fragile pieces of tech you’ll ever buy, but they also receive the roughest treatment. Extend your laptop’s life by...
1. Avoiding sharp movements during use Most laptops have mechanical drives, which work a bit like a record player. It has a head which is like a record player needle, and a data storage platter like a record. The head hovers just microns over the spinning disk and a knock can cause them to crash – just like a deep scratch on a record – causing data loss. Make sure you always power down the laptop before moving it or packing it away.
2.Keeping it cool Your laptop has two ways of telling you when it’s too hot – the fan and auto-shut off. The fan runs to blow that heat out of the vent and keep the components cool enough to continue operating. Because there’s no clear temperature indicator, your fan volume is the best guide to monitoring laptop heat. While the laptop is working hard (and getting hot), the fan will spin faster and louder. Keep your fan vent clear of books, blankets, and other blockages.
3. Respecting the cords
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Inside those robust looking power cords are a bunch of delicate wires, begging you to be gentle. You’d think they should be able to take a beating, get bent, twisted and run over with chair wheels, but unfortunately not. Keep cords clear of sharp or fl at- edged items; and when wrapping for transport, try to mimic how it came out of the box.
4. Carrying it in padded style Look for a bag that not only fi ts your laptop, but also provides padding. Your system will endure countless bumps and bangs as the bag is moved around, even with careful use.
5. Backing it up
Laptops give us fantastic mobility, but they’re quite fragile. While a backup won’t make your laptop components last longer, it will make minor repairs that much easier. You’re more likely to take it in for a service if your data is accessible elsewhere, and in the event of accident or theft, you’re fully prepared.
Find more tips at:
www.thelaptopfi
xers.com/tips
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