Occasionally I do freelance computer work for friends and family. More often than not I find a dust-filled computer that is choking trying to maintain it’s cool while slowly filling with crud. Often these computers require some minor care, and one of my routine procedures is to blow them clear of the crud. It’s almost fascinating how such a simple act can bring back an almost dead computer to life.
Now, I’ve seen some pretty bad horror-shows in my days, but this has got to be the top five at least. Sadly this machine was beyond rescue as it had been zapped by lightning, but it still serves as a good example as to why you should occasionally spend some time keeping your electronic pal clean.
Computers rely on fans to stay cool. Unfortunately many of these fans also suck in dust-particles, and after a while these tend to collect in nasty layers. When your computer looks like the one below, it’s really struggling to stay cool and functional. Imagine yourself trying to breathe through a layer of crud like this. It’s not a pleasant thought.
So spend some time occasionally lifting the cover off your electronic buddy and giving him a good clean. You can buy canned air at most any electronics shop or photo-outlet. It’s a simple tip to keep your machine running smoothly.
If you want more photos of this sorry machine, have a look in my gallery.
