Computer Speed and Care
A computer that is looked after properly stays fast and works well for many years. Simple habits — both physical and digital — keep your computer healthy and running smoothly.
Computer Health Meter
Computer health improves with good care habits ↑
Physical Care — How to Handle the Computer
🍽️No Food or Drinks
Crumbs block keys. Liquids destroy circuits instantly.
🫧Clean Gently
Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the screen and keyboard.
🌡️Avoid Heat
Keep the computer away from direct sunlight or heaters.
🎒Carry Safely
Hold a laptop with both hands. Use a padded bag.
🔌Safe Charging
Use the correct charger. Unplug during lightning storms.
💨Ventilation
Never block the vents. Computers overheat without airflow.
What Slows a Computer Down?
🐢 Makes it Slow
Too many programs open at once.
Storage nearly full — less than 10% free.
Not restarting for many days.
Downloading viruses or unsafe files.
Too many startup programs.
Storage nearly full — less than 10% free.
Not restarting for many days.
Downloading viruses or unsafe files.
Too many startup programs.
🚀 Keeps it Fast
Close programs you are not using.
Delete old files to free storage.
Restart your computer regularly.
Keep software and antivirus updated.
Empty the Recycle Bin often.
Delete old files to free storage.
Restart your computer regularly.
Keep software and antivirus updated.
Empty the Recycle Bin often.
Computer Health Check
Always Shut Down Correctly
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Save all open files with Ctrl + S.2
Close all open programs.3
Click Start → Power → Shut Down.4
Wait for the screen to go dark before closing the lid or switching off the power.💡 Never press and hold the power button to force a shutdown unless the computer is completely frozen. A proper shutdown protects your files and the computer's health.
Quick Exercise
Q1. Name two things that slow a computer down.
✅ Any two from: too many programs open, nearly full storage, not restarting, viruses, too many startup programs.
Q2. Why should you never place food or drinks near a computer?
✅ Crumbs block the keyboard keys. Liquid spills can destroy the internal circuits permanently — ruining the computer.
Q3. What is the correct way to shut down a computer?
✅ Save all files → close all programs → click Start → Power → Shut Down → wait for the screen to go completely dark before switching off power.
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