Computer Maintenance

Can I prevent hardware problems?

Computer defects may start from the manufacturing of the product. It may not even have anything to do with you. Preventive maintenance can protect you from some problems. Maintenance such as system cleanups, tuneups, and physical cleaning will help with some problems. Another important type of maintenance is virus scans and updates. Up to date computers that are frequently scanned will usually prevent software problems.

Should I be concerned about my computer's operating temperature?

A computers operating temperature can become dangerously hot from overuse of the cpu. High temperatures may cause the hardware to malfunction. Overheating computers can cause serious damage. To prevent this we can buy cooling pads and make sure that the room temperature is cool.

What is a good computer maintenance routine?

A good computer maintenance routine is to back up files , and defragment your computer regularly. You should also apply all computer and security updates and scan for viruses once a week. Regular maintenance can boost your computers speed, and life.