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Reducing eye strain
Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the
screen or shine directly into your eyes.
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Position the computer desk and monitor so you can
avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into
your eyes. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains
on windows and by installing a glare screen filter.
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Use soft, indirect lighting in your work area. Do not use
your computer in a dark room.
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Set paper holders at the same height and distance as the
monitor.
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Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for
long periods of time. Every 10 or 15 minutes, look around
the room, and try to focus on distant objects.
Setting up your computer desk and chair
When you are setting up your computer desk and chair, make
sure that the desk is the appropriate height and the chair helps
you maintain good posture.
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Select a flat surface for your computer desk.
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Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands
and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you
use the keyboard and touchpad. If the desk is not
adjustable or is too tall, consider using an adjustable
chair to control your arm’s height above the keyboard.
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Use an adjustable chair that is comfortable, distributes
your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed.
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Position your chair so the keyboard is at or slightly below
the level of your elbow. This position lets your shoulders
relax while you type.
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Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat,
or use a footrest to distribute your weight evenly on the
chair and relieve pressure on the back of your thighs.
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Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower
curve of your spine. You can use a pillow or cushion to
provide extra back support.
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Summary of Contents for FX542X
Page 1: ...REFERENCE GUIDE 8513162 book Page a Tuesday May 20 2008 4 09 PM...
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Page 10: ...CHAPTER 1 About This Reference 4 8513162 book Page 4 Tuesday May 20 2008 4 09 PM...
Page 18: ...CHAPTER 2 Checking Out Your Computer 12 8513162 book Page 12 Tuesday May 20 2008 4 09 PM...
Page 86: ...CHAPTER 5 Upgrading Your Computer 80 8513162 book Page 80 Tuesday May 20 2008 4 09 PM...
Page 104: ...CHAPTER 6 Maintaining Your Computer 98 8513162 book Page 98 Tuesday May 20 2008 4 09 PM...
Page 142: ...APPENDIX A Legal Notices 136 8513162 book Page 136 Tuesday May 20 2008 4 09 PM...
Page 152: ...146 Index 8513162 book Page 146 Tuesday May 20 2008 4 09 PM...
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