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Clean Your Computer (Safely)

Clean your computer

Do this first

Screen & case

  1. Lightly dampen cloth with water or 70% isopropyl alcohol.

  2. Wipe gently; avoid ports/openings. (Apple & Microsoft allow 70% IPA on hard surfaces.) Apple Support+1

Keyboard & vents

  1. Turn device upside-down; shake out debris.

  2. Use short bursts of compressed air at an angle to clear keys/vents. (Vendors recommend gentle, controlled bursts.) Microsoft Support

Why this helps: Dust traps heat; cleaning improves cooling and lifespan.

Source:Apple cleaning guide: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204172Microsoft device care: https://support.microsoft.com/windows/clean-and-care-for-your-surface-or-pcDell cleaning/fan guidance: https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-ca/000176896
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