PROPER MAINTENANCE OF THE COMPUTER SYSTEM AND OTHER RELATED GADGETS

       Much as the name implies, preventive maintenance, often abbreviated PM, refers to performing proactive maintenance in order to prevent system problems, because the faults developed by personal computers starts from poor maintenance. PM is the direct opposite of diagnostic or corrective maintenance, which is performed to correct an already existing problem.

There’s a common saying that says “prevention is better than cure”: most times the amount you spend to prevent a problem from happening is always cheap compared to the amount used for repairs.

        For instance, anyone who has ever owned/cared for a car is supposed to know all about preventive maintenance; if you do change your oil and air filter as at when due your engine will last and you won’t have car troubles down the road.

GENERAL CLEANING

Cleaning your personal and office computer components and peripherals helps to keep our gadgets in good shape all the time.

The rate at which you clean your computers depends on the environment your computer operates in.

CLEANING TOOLS

There are thousands of computer cleanings tools that have been produced by  many companies. In order to avoid spending so much on cleaning in case you don’t have much, here are some household items that can be used to clean your computer system.

·         CLOTH: A cloth is the best tool when rubbing down a component; although paper towels can be used with most hardwares but rhidtech recommends a cloth whenever possible.

·         PORTABLE VACUUM: A portable vacuum is recommended for sucking dusks, dirt, hair and any other particle. This is one of the best tools used in cleaning computers. {do not use a standard vacuum}

A portable vacuum

·         WATER: When moistening a cloth, it is best to use water. As other solvents may damage the plastic used for your computer. { you can use robbing alcohol if you can’t find water.

GENERAL CLEANING TIPS

General tips that should be taken when cleaning any of the components or peripherals of a computer are listed below;

1.     Do not spray any liquid onto your computer component. If you ever need to spray, spray onto a cloth then use the cloth to rub the intended area.
2.      Use a vacuum specified for computers to suck up dirt, dust, or hair around the case of your computer. { vacuum is for external use only}.
3.       Do not switch your computer on while cleaning a component.
4.       Do not use highly concentrated solvents as some solvents can damage cases and some  people are also allergic to certain solvents. {use water or a highly diluted solvent}.
5.     Be cautious when cleaning so as not to any knobs or control.
6.      When cleaning the back of your computer, if anything is plugged in make sure you don’t disconnect.
7.     When cleaning sharp components ie fan; the fan should be held to prevent spinning. {do not clean fan with a vacuum as it may cause damage or generation of back voltage.
8.     Do not eat or drink around your  computer.

      The main and primary aim behind computer maintenance Is to help your computer/gadgets last longer.

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