subject: How to Properly Take Good Care Of Your Netbook [print this page] How to Properly Take Good Care Of Your Netbook
If you own a netbook and you are looking for ways on how to maintain and clean it, here are the things that you should do to take good care of your netbook.
Netbooks are not desktops and you should not treat it as one. You have to remember that using a netbook requires extra care as compared to just using a desktop. If you are using a netbook, you have to consider proper ventilation to keep it from being broken. If the netbook does not get enough ventilation, it may cause problems especially with the processors. Make sure that you make enough space so that air can pass through the fan freely.
Another thing that you should consider is the battery. If you are using the netbook at home and you will use it for a long time, it is recommended that you remove the battery and directly plug the charger into an outlet. Overcharging a battery may damage it and may reduce its lifespan. If you want to prolong the life of your netbook's battery, you have to remove it especially if it is already fully charged.
The next thing is the LCD. The LCD is the most delicate part of the netbook. Without it, you will not be able to see what you are doing (unless you plug in an external output device). Consider putting a cover on the LCD to protect it from dust and dirt. Dust and dirt may cause damages such as scratches to the surface of the LCD.
Lastly, clean the netbook's keyboard from time to time to avoid having sticky keys. Dirt may cause the keyboard to malfunction which often requires the help of a professional in fixing it. Use a brush when cleaning your netbook's keyboard to effectively remove dust and dirt.
