HardwareIntroductionComputer hardware is all the equipment and devices associated with theoperation of a computer system. Everything that is tangible or touchableregarding the computer is hardware, including the disks used to program thecomputer. Hardware is divided into input devices, edit devices, outputdevices, and input/output devices.GeneralPractice the following general maintenance procedures to maintain yourmaintenancecomputer in peak operating efficiency:Keep devices clean and free of debris.Clean the keyboard and button selection areas with a camel hair brush.Clean optical surfaces with a lint-free cloth or chamois. Check theoperating manual to make sure screen surfaces are not covered with aglare preventative spectral coating that spray cleaners could damage.Clean exterior cases, tabletops, and mouse track with a slightlydampened, lint-free cloth. Dampen the cloth; do not wet the components.Do not allow food or drink near the keyboard, the mouse track, or thepressure sensitive and electronic tablets.Inspect connector ports (COMPORTS) and pins for damage.Carefully align pins and never force a connection when connectingdevices.3-5
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