Maintaining your computers is one of the more tedious tasks with owning a computer, but never the less a must if you want your computer to keep running in top condition. Just like you need to maintain your car, you need to do the same with your computer.
Not just on the inside but the outside a well. Such areas as the monitor/screen, tower or desktop, mouse and keyboard, all of these parts need careful maintenance to keep them looking and running well.
The Monitor is a fairly easy thing to clean with a damp cloth.
Caution: Please ensure that no water or moisture gets into the vents, underneath the buttons, or the edges of the screen as water and electrical components DO NOT mix. Keep the top your monitor clear of any dirt or paper, books etc, as monitors need air flow to stop them from over-heating. Many people have the habit of putting their fingers on the screen of the monitor leaving marks. The screen needs a daily wipe with a slightly damp cloth, using window cleaner. Polish the screen with a clean dry cloth afterwards or it will leave streaks.
The mouse is another item that must be looked after carefully. Sometimes the mouse will not glide in the direction you want it to go. Its probably just dirt accumulated around the ball inside the mouse. Make sure your computer is turned off, turn the mouse over and you will see the ball underneath, there is usually a cover that can be removed and the ball can be taken out of the mouse. You will see rollers inside that are probably caked with a dirt build up. This dirt can easily be removed with a pair of tweezers and a cloth.
TIP:- Always when doing your own maintenance be very careful to ensure you do not lose any of the small parts inside. Some mice have little springs inside, and while you are cleaning they can easily pop out!
The Keyboard is another part that must be kept clean and free from water, coffee, crumbs etc. If the worst does happen you local computer shop will be able to sell you cans of compressed air which can blow dust or crumbs out.
TIP:- When cleaning your keyboard, the vacuum cleaner does a terrific job as well. Be very careful if your vacuum cleaner has metal tubing because of the static discharge.
TIP:- When you are not using your computer or printer, put a dust cover over them. Dust covers can be purchased at any computer shop or retail outlet. They help keep the dust out and save on service fees.
