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Learning the Basics
Computing tips
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❖ Back up your files to discs (or other removable media) on
a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store
them in a safe place.
It is easy to put off backing up your data because it takes
time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails you will
lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup
copy.
❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to
conserve disk space and improve performance.
❖ Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you
receive via diskette, email, or download from the
Internet.
❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries
and eyestrain.
❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light
indicates a drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or
writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
❖ Before turning off the computer use the Turn off
computer command or Standby command. See “Using
Standby” on page 100 to learn more about Standby.
The Windows
®
XP operating system records information, such
as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you
do not let the Windows
®
XP operating system shut down
normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.
NOTE