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Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
Caring for your computer
To extend the life of your computer:
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When transporting your computer, we recommend that you put it in the original
packaging materials.
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Keep diskettes and your computer away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can
erase data on both diskettes and hard drives.
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Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperature changes.
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Keep all liquids away from your computer. When spilled onto computer
components, almost any liquid can result in extremely expensive repairs that are
not covered under your warranty.
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Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Dust and dirt can clog the internal
mechanisms.
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Do not block the ventilation fan.
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When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power.
Updating Windows
Windows Update is the online extension of Windows that helps you to keep your computer
up-to-date. Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer’s operating system,
software, and hardware. New content is added to the site regularly, so you can always get
the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep it running smoothly.
Windows Update scans your computer and provides you with a tailored selection of
updates that apply only to the software and hardware on your computer.
To run Windows Update:
1
Connect to the Internet.
2
Click
Start
,
All Programs
, then click
Windows Update
.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Help and
Support
For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click
Help and Support. Type the keyword
Windows Update
in the
HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow.