Next to our mobile phones our computers are the tools that we rely on most in our lives. Most of us feel naked if we spend more than five minutes without our mobile phones, but its when our computers aren’t working properly is when our world starts to crumble. Keeping your computer working effectively will ensure that you never have to swear at your IT just by it. By regular cleaning, your computer will continue to operate at maximum capacity, blow we will discuss why you should clean your computer and how often. Netlogyx are experts in all forms of computer support on The Gold Coast and are happy to help with any questions you might have about cleaning your computer.
Dust the destroyer!
There are many things that can go wrong with your computer, but one of the most common is dust. Computers generate heat as they run and this makes it necessary to have some type of cooling system in place. This usually means a fan at either end or on both sides of the case where air can be pulled into the machine to reduce its temperature without sacrificing power output by using fans inside each component. As we don’t live in bubbles outside elements such as nature, animals and humans create an amazing amount of dust that your computer fan will inadvertently be sucked into your computer.
Signs that your computer needs a clean
- It’s Noisy – The incessant whir of the PC’s internal fan is a constant reminder that it needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. It may not seem like much, but over time dust and other debris can cause your computer’s interior components to wear down with heavy use or simply from age. One way you can ensure this doesn’t happen is by using compressed air cans on those pesky nooks and crannies inside the device so they don’t collect excessive amounts of junk in them.
- It’s Hot – Dust can cause your laptop to overheat. In this case, dust particles are interfering with the computer’s ability to release heat from its casing. If you’re not sure whether or not it is running hot, then download a program that measures the core temperature of your computer and alerts you when its above normal!
- It looks dirty – We all know how we feel when our computer starts to slow down. It’s frustrating, but if you can see visible grime on your monitor or the surface of your laptop it means that dirt is also lurking inside and should be removed as soon as possible.
How often should you clean your computer?
In order to keep your computer running to its full capacity you should look to be cleaning it very three to six months. This is a job that can be done yourself if you feel confident enough but if you are unsure about then the team at Netlogyx are here to help with the cleaning but also all your computer support on The Gold Coast.