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Good Care Of Computer Hardware We live in the computer age, where the internet and other computer related activities are the order of the day. Computers are composed of a combination of inter related elements. The physical elements are known as the hardware, while the elements that are untouchable are known as computer software. For the computer to function well, both the tangible and intangible elements must be in good condition. It is therefore necessary to create awareness and spread knowledge on how to care for your computer hardware and software. In this case, we will focus with the latter. Caring for your computer is really just a simple process that if put into practice will make your computer experience much better. Below are the tips on how to take care of your hardware; 1. Always clean your computer regularly. Dust and other impurities normally affect performance. 2. Always ensure that you handle and transport your computer as recommended. Carrying the laptop in an anti-static bag is one way of safe transport. Also ensure that your computer does not get in touch with liquids as they mess up the internal parts. 3. It is also important to ensure that your electricity connection is safe. This could be enhanced by connecting your computer to either a power surge protector or an Uninterruptable Power Supplies i.e. UPS. These protect the computer during surges and power losses. 4. When handling the disks it is important to hold them by their edges. It is also not advisable to eject disks suddenly. 5. Following the right process of turning off computers is also important. In conclusion, the computer is your baby, treat it well. http://www.google.co.ke/imgres? hl=en&sa=X&tbo=d&biw=1067&bih=675&tbm=isch&tbnid=e8IMYHOPIVk kdM:&imgrefurl=http://infocomputerok.blogspot.com/2012/05/tips-oncaring-for-yourcomputer.html&docid=AyQ5NrSwF9CYcM&imgurl=http://3.bp.blogspot.co m/-CS5C3Ihy-Dg/T6_GBly6tPI/AAAAAAAAABQ/_moHJINqHww/s1600/Tips %252Bon%252Bcaring%252Bfor%252Byour %252Bcomputer.jpg&w=281&h=320&ei=Fq7yUMHWJMa6hAfu1YGgBg&zoo m=1&iact=hc&vpx=351&vpy=76&dur=1823&hovh=240&hovw=210&tx=1 00&ty=139&sig=115661487990959275145&page=1&tbnh=145&tbnw=127 &start=0&ndsp=18&ved=1t:429,r:2,s:0,i:87

2. Top Tips On Dos And Donts Of Computer Hardware The computer is one of the most delicate assets anyone can have in the house or at the workplace. It is also one of the most useful assets any single person can have. For most people, the computer is like their diary, notebook, playground, and workplace all rolled into one. To such people, their computers are their fiancs; they treat them with love and care. It is important to spread this habit, this concept to other people too. In this regard, we have compiled a list of things that people do that are healthy for their computers and those that are unhealthy for your computer hardware. Dos 1. Do follow the right procedure in shutting down your computer. 2. Do perform regular and constant scandisks. This helps in detecting any damages to the surface of the hard disk. 3. Do clean your computer regularly. 4. Do handle disks with the utmost care by storing them in cool temperatures and in the case of Compaq Disks, holding them by their edges. 5. Do perform regular defragmentation of your hard disk. 6. Do use power surge protectors and UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supplies) Donts 1. Do not use any magnetic gadgets around your computer. These include phones and even credit and debit cards. 2. Do not eat or drink around the computer. 3. Do not remove disks while they are still in use. 4. Do not service the computer parts yourself unless you are a professional. 5. Do not keep the computer on for extremely long periods of time for example, overnight.

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3. The Marvel That Is Modern Hardware Technology Hardware refers to the tangible parts of a computer. The opposite of hardware is software which refers to the intangible or rather untouchable parts of the computer. These untouchable parts refer to things like computer programs. Both software and hardware undergo regular changes. These changes are normally aimed at modernizing them and therefore making them safer and more efficient. Computer hardware is one field that has really changed over time both physically and in terms of performance. Modern hardware technology is a modern day wonder of the world. Everything about it has changed. Computer screens are now better, clearer and more defined. They also come in a wide variety of choices, big and small. The computer mouse has also coming a long way from using roller balls to using high definition sensors. Even the central processing unit (CPU) has had a piece of the cake. Modern CPUs are actually smaller and more portable. Probably one area that has really benefitted from these changes in computer hardware technology is the storage. In the former days, large floppy disks and low storage Compaq disks were the order of the day; however, today the USB more commonly known as the flash disk has taken the world by storm. It has great storage capacities that enable people to store any form of data in them. This is a huge reprieve. Computer hardware technology is set to change even more in the future. Laptops will become smaller and more capacitated. We may probably see the rise of better and smaller hardware. Whichever way, one thing is for sure modern hardware technology is a marvel and will always be.

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4. Defining History Using Obsolete Machines And Hardware There are certain things we have limited control of in life. One of these things is change. Human beings will never be able to obtain full control of change. To the world, we are just instruments of change. Instruments do wear out and so will we; when this happens, we as individuals cannot do anything about it. Technology is a very dynamic aspect of human life. It changes all the time. Better and more modern forms of technology are always just around the corner. This trend has rendered quite a number of technologies useless in the modern world. One of the most affected industries in the world is the computer industry. Since its innovation, many computers have been rendered useless with some becoming completely obsolete. The computer has seen quite a lot since its innovation. At first it was a room sized gadget that had to be operated by several people and had few functions. This version was not energy friendly; it consumed a lot of electricity. This computer as well as others that came after it have since become objects of history rather than objects for the daily use of mankind. Yes, they are obsolete in technological terms, but they are useful as historical artifacts. All I am saying is that you do not have to dispose of the obsolete computer hardware and machines you have in your possession. You can instead keep them safe, for your grandchildren to be marveling at, for them to understand the long path it took to get to where the computer is today.

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5. Understanding The Technical Hardware Considerations For you to get the best out of your computer experience there are things that you must do. These include things like safe and correct use of the computer, regular maintenance of the computer and of course, regular updating of both the computer hardware and software. It is important to keep up with changes in the computer world as well as those in your own home. For example, you need to understand and accept the fact that your child may one day decide that he or she does not want to use the desktop anymore and you will be required to get him or her a laptop. However, before embarking on this, there are things that you must put into consideration. These factors may either be technical, social or financial. The technical factors are very important in deciding what kind of hardware to get. It is however, a very simple factor to deal with. If you want to understand the technical factors, you must first understand what your computer is capable of. Hardware and software go hand in hand. It is therefore important to know whether the hardware you intend to get for your computer is compatible with the software your computer uses. It would also be wise to consider the functions of the hardware

in question. How many functions does it carry out and how does it carry them out? Will it consume a lot of energy and therefore put your UPS at risk? All these questions should be answered before getting any new hardware. Remember the hardware is a very important element of the computer system and a lot of importance should be attached to its purchase.

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