2022-23

SUBMITTED BY:
VEDIKA TIBREWAL
X ‘G’
SCHOLAR NO.: 2810
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Importance of Care and Maintenance of Computers.

• Basic Tips for Taking Care of Devices.
o Keeping a Device Clean
o Prepare a Maintenance Schedule
o Backup your Data
o Scanning and Cleaning Viruses
o Increasing Computer Performance
o Removing SPAM from your Computer
• Conclusion
 Computer Care and Maintenance
Computer systems require maintenance in order to function properly. System failure may result from
poor maintenance. You may be able to keep it in good working order by giving it routine care and
maintenance. Installing updates, security, creating backups, and scanning are all part of routine system
maintenance.

Importance of Care and Maintenance of Computers

A computer is a delicate machine with a lot of moving electronic parts. We need to protect it from dust
and damage. If we are careless, it will not work efficiently.
Computers and mobiles are very expensive. When we take good care of them on a regular basis, we can
use them for a longer time. This will help us save money as we do not need to buy new devices too often.

Basic Tips for Taking Care of Computers

Digital devices like computers, laptops, and mobile phones are quite expensive so it is important to take
care of them. We will look into details about the ways in which we can take care of our computer system
and its various components like keyboard, mouse, display, battery and not only the hardware part of it but
also the software.
Here are some simple ways that you can follow to take care of your computer.

Keeping a Device Clean

Cleaning a device, such as a computer or mobile means to keep the screen,
keyboard, and mouse clean.
(i) Keyboard: First we should not eat anything over a keyboard. Crumbs
can damage the internal parts of a keyboard. You can clean a keyboard with a
soft brush to remove crumbs and dust particles.
(ii) Screen: You can wipe the screen with a soft cloth to remove any
finger marks.
(iii) Be careful with food and drinks: Avoid eating and keeping glasses
of water or cups of coffee near a computer. Any liquid spilt over an electronic
device can spoil it beyond repair.
(iv) Handle devices carefully: Handle and move your laptop carefully
and avoid dropping or banging it against a hard surface. Even a short fall can
damage the screen or the hard disk and make the device useless. Using a cover
for your mobile and a padded case for moving protects the device from damage.
(v) Keep the computer cool: If a computer, laptop, or mobile device
gets overheated, the internal parts can be damaged. The CPU has an internal
fan to keep it cool. We should make sure the fan is functioning. You can also
use an external fan. Avoid leaving a device in the sun or in a closed car. We
should be careful when using a laptop while sitting in bed and make sure that the fan in not covered.
 (vi) Do not overcharge your battery: Sometimes we keep a device
plugged in for charging even after it is fully charged. If we leave the device
plugged in for a long time, it can overheat the battery. This reduces the battery
life. Always unplug the device once it is charged 100%.
(vii) Always plug in devices carefully: Any device being connected to a
laptop or computer such as a USB drive or headphones, should be done gently.
It should not be forced into the port. If you find it difficult to plug in a device,
change the direction and try instead of trying to force it in.
(viii) Do not run too many programs at a time: When too many programs
are running at the same time, the computer can become slow and even crash. If a program/app is not
being used, it should be closed so that other programs can work smoothly.

Prepare a Maintenance Schedule

We need to prepare a plan or a schedule for maintenance to keep the
computer running in perfect condition for a long time. This can include:
(a) Daily Maintenance
i. Clean up your e-mail inbox
ii. Download e-mail attachments and save in proper folders
(a) Weekly Maintenance
i. Clean your keyboard
ii. Clean your monitor
iii. Dust CPU and printer
iv. Backup your data to an external drive
(a) Monthly Maintenance
i. Transfer photographs to computer and delete from drive
ii. Organize photos into folders or albums
iii. Clean up ‘Download’ folder
iv. Uninstall unused programs and apps
v. Run disk-cleaner software
vi. Run full system virus scan
(a) Yearly/Annual Maintenance
i. Clean up contacts list on social media Accounts
ii. Clean up e-mail contact list
iii. Update your operating system
iv. Check for expiry of anti-virus software and renew

Backup Your Data

Backing up data means to save the information present on
your computer on another device, such as CD/DVD drives or
hard disk. Data can be recovered from here in case the
computer stops working completely. Computers can crash,
humans can make mistakes and natural disasters, such as
 floods can happen. So, it is important for companies, hospitals, banks, etc., to keep their information safe
— so that their business can continue to function smoothly and their customers do not face problems.

Scanning and Cleaning Viruses

Sometimes computer viruses can enter a computer from such attacks we
can install anti-virus software. This will prevent any viruses from entering
and will also clean any viruses that may enter our system before they
affect the data.

Increasing Computer Performance

If we have been using a computer for a long time, we have a lot of
unnecessary files and data, such as temporary files and images. When they use
too much hard-disk space, the performance of the computer goes down.
It is important that we keep cleaning by removing any extra files. We can
use some disk cleaner software, which help us clean up the unnecessary
files.

Removing SPAM from your Computer

Sometimes we get mails from companies who are advertising a product or
trying to attract you to their website. Such mails are called SPAM. We
should never respond to SPAM and delete it on a regular basis. It is
possible to set filters in the settings to prevent SPAM from entering our mail box. Most e-mail software
has a SPAM folder and automatically put all such emails into this folder.

Conclusion:
Since computers are such an integral part of our lives, it is crucial that we take care of them by having
them properly maintained. With so much of our lives online, from working to connecting with friends, a
computer is an important investment. Having a working computer has become a necessary part of our
everyday routine.

Keeping your computer clean is crucial for the overall function and longevity of your Mac or PC.
Crumbs, dirt, and dust can build up and suffocate your computer’s hardware, increasing the risk of
breakdown. Old, outdated files, unused applications, and countless downloads can clog up your
software, making it slower and less efficient, which can ultimately put your data at risk.

Keeping both your hardware (external) and software (internal) clean are equally as important, and
protect you from losing your investment and your data.
True cleaning will extend your computer’s lifespan, thus
saving you money, and give you peace of mind knowing
your computer is running safely and smoothly.