Computer Care

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Computer Care
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Proper Computer Care

• Keep food and drinks away from the computer and
  keyboard.
• Avoid dusty locations.
• Use a surge protector.
• Keep away from magnets.
• Do not block vents on the CPU.
• Avoid bright sunny locations.
• Do not move the computer while it is in use.
• Always exit programs properly.
• Use a virus check program on a regular basis.

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Proper Diskette Care

• Do not remove from drives while drive is running
  or light is on.
• Avoid contact with magnets and electromagnetic
  fields.
• Keep disks stored in a clean, cool and dry place
  with a protective cover.
• Keep protective metal slider in place.
• Use a virus check program on a regular basis.
• Avoid hot and cold locations.

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Proper Care of Printers

• Avoid cold, hot, and dusty locations
• Always use the correct ink or toner replacement
• Always have the proper printer cable connected to
  the computer
• Never pull paper out of a printer in motion
• Do not turn off the printer while printing
• Read the instructors manual before operating a
  printer
• Always use the proper type of paper in the printer

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Proper Care of a Digital Camera

• Clean regularly
• Do not subject to knocks, vibrations, and
  magnetic fields, smoke, water, steam, sand, or
  chemicals
• Handle all moving parts with care
• Turn camera off before removing or disconnecting
  power source or cable or removing battery or
  memory card
• Dont store or use in humid, dusty or dirty
  places
• Keep away from extreme hot or cold temperatures
• Avoid direct sunlight for long periods
• Avoid scratches with sharp or hard objects
• Keep dry and free of condensation
• Store correctly when in in use
• Dont drop in water

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Proper CD-ROM/DVD Care

• Keep CDs stored in a clean, cool and dry place
  with a protective cover
• Avoid touching the back side of the CD to avoid
  scratches
• Avoid hot and cold locations
• Make a back-up copy of your programs and files
• Insert into CD-ROM drive properly label facing
  up
• Only write on CDs with a CD marking pen on a
  label or the correct side of the CD