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myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers10 months ago

How do you clean your laptop/desktop computer? How often do you clean it?

 
 
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1. myLot reputation of 73/100. Carolinaqt782 (160)   ranked 3,851 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

i use cavi-wipes lol. they kill bacteria, and you just swipe them over. for the screen, i use a cloth that came with the computer meant for that purpose. i usually do about once a week at least, unless i feel or notice it needs it sooner. (i'm assuming this is what you meant, and not cleaning out the files on the actual computer, right? lol.)


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  10 months ago

That's precisely what I meant, Carolinaqt782. happy

Where can the cavi-wipes be bought, by the way? I might just try it out soon to see whether it could work on my laptop. Thanks and Happy myLotting!thumbup

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2. myLot reputation of 94/100. bayernfan (524)   ranked 77 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

I build my own computers, so I don't have to worry about voiding a warranty if I open up the case. The first thing that I do is make sure that my PC isn't in an enclosed area where dust can easily collect. I keep the area clean on a regular basis in order to limit dustiness and I clean the inside of my computers every couple of months. I remove all fans and wipe them down. Because I clean regularly, and there isn't much dust inside my case anyway, a can of compressed air will suffice. Cheers. happy


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  10 months ago

bayernfan, that must really require quite a bit of work, especially considering the amount of dust you must have to contend with regularly. I only wish I could be the same with my laptop. Unfortunately, no matter how hard I try, it seems like my attempt to rid it of dust is futile, as it's like a dust magnet. crylol

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myLot reputation of 94/100. bayernfan (524)   ranked 77 out of 10,904 in computers  9 months ago

It's not a lot of work for me at all. I do not have to contend with much dust because I dust and clean regularly. Spending a small amount of time doing tasks regularly prevents the need to spend large amounts of time doing it later. wink


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  9 months ago

bayernfan, that's really a sound advice that I'll take to heart, as it may just help me to deal with my laptop's dust problems. happy

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3. myLot reputation of 68/100. seabeauty (1171)   ranked 2,883 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

If you mean to clean the dust off of it and finger marks I usually clean it as needed. I use a windex type cleaner.

If you mean to clean out the files in the system I usually delete the temporary internet files when the computer gets really slow.


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  9 months ago

As I mean the former, seabeauty, may I ask where you can purchase a windex type cleaner?happy

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4. myLot reputation of 91/100. cuttyrish (2083)   ranked 608 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

i clean my computer with a cloth and alcohol, and i use a cotton swab and alcohol to clean my keyboard. i do this one or twice a week..


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  9 months ago

cuttyrish, in your experience, does that technique really effectively remove the dust from your computer's keyboard? If it does, I might try that out to see whether it'll work as effectively for me.

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myLot reputation of 91/100. cuttyrish (2083)   ranked 608 out of 10,904 in computers  9 months ago

yes, it does help in a way. i use to use a mini usb vacuum also to remove the dust in my keyboard, and it really helps. my cousin borrowed it, so i am using cotton swas and alcohol. which helps remove the dust too..


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  9 months ago

Do you know where I can buy a "mini usb vacuum," cuttyrish? How much does it cost?

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myLot reputation of 91/100. cuttyrish (2083)   ranked 608 out of 10,904 in computers  9 months ago

i bought mine from ebay, i got it for about $2, but its on ebay philippines.. you could also check ebay us, last i just the price range from $0.99 to $10...there are some usb vacumms for about $1....


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  8 months ago

cuttyrish, I'll try to do just that. I hope I'd also find a good buy. happy

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5. myLot reputation of 30/100. pandaemonaeon (105)   ranked 2,530 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

I use air compressed and a rags for clean it


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  7 months ago

If I may ask, pandaemonaeon, exactly how do you go about cleaning your computer using "air compressed" and where is it being sold?

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6. myLot reputation of 67/100. emojboy (462)   ranked 498 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

I say twice or thrice a week. I am using Tune-Up Utilities, WinUtilities, Advance
System Care 3 and ATF Cleaner. I run these programs for cleaning my computer's temorary files, fixing and deleting unnecessary registry, and other functions. It also defrag your hard disk drive which will maximize the speed of your computer. IO run my 3 anti-virus for security purposes because it is also part of cleaning my computer. The last is running norton ghost for back up my drive c. In case of system failure, I have an image file of my drive c: and ready to restore.


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  7 months ago

While you're answer is not exactly what the discussion is asking for, may I ask whether the programs you're running to clean your computer freewares? If they are, where can such be downloaded for free? Thanks!thumbup

OnT: How do you clean the exterior of your computer? What do you use to clean it?

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myLot reputation of 90/100. aerous (2336)   ranked 1,564 out of 10,904 in computers  7 months ago

I clean my computer a day. I clean the dust on my keyboard using mini vacuum. This mini vacuum is good to clean dust on keyboard even in the cooling fan. I can't clean registry because I am not sure what files to delete..lol..I'm running my anti-virus twice a week, and I have no problem about virus.

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7. myLot reputation of 78/100. deedeehall (682)   ranked 3,658 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

i do not clean mine as often as i should but when i do i clean the keyboard with alcohol and q tips .the screen i just use windex and a soft clothe.


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  7 months ago

How long does it normally take you to finish cleaning your computer, dedeehall? happy

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8. myLot reputation of 31/100. Vardanology (482)   ranked 3,196 out of 10,904 in computers   10 months ago

ohh Godd thanks for reminding me lol
I havn't sleaned my computer for 2 years LMAO
here in this city air is so clean,there is no dust...seriously
i'm gonna do that right now )


myLot reputation of 95/100. acmepride (759)   ranked 385 out of 10,904 in computers  7 months ago

Vardanology, I am only too happy to have had the chance to remind you to finally clean your much abused computer. lol

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9. myLot reputation of 98/100. sameroad (2669)   ranked 1,806 out of 10,904 in computers   9 months ago

i clean my desktop by running all my spyware and adware programs. I clean my cookies and cache by using CCleaner... I try and do it weekly but sometimes i forget.
i need to do it now probably. i haven't done it in about a week i think.
sometimes i do it more often. just depends on what i've been doing.

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10. myLot reputation of 97/100. CJay77 (2810)   ranked 2,357 out of 10,904 in computers   9 months ago

I've heard that you can buy some cleaning kit for computers and I'm not sure with this, but we try to check the shops here, but they don't have. I run the CCleaner every night before shutting down the laptop, except when I forgot. happy

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