5 Simple tips to maximize the life of your computer

Computers are essential tools for work, education, entertainment and communication. However, they also need proper care and maintenance to function well and last longer. Here are five tips that can help you take care of your computer and keep it in good shape.

1. Keep your computer clean and dust-free. Dust can clog the vents and fans of your computer, causing it to overheat and slow down. Use a soft cloth or a compressed air can to gently wipe or blow away the dust from your computer's exterior and interior. Avoid using liquids or harsh chemicals that can damage your computer. If you are using a laptop, invest in a case or keyboard cover, or use an external keyboard and mouse to keep the laptop itself in it’s best condition.

2. Update your software regularly. Software updates can fix bugs, improve performance, enhance security and add new features to your computer. Make sure you have the latest version of your operating system, antivirus, browser and other applications. You can enable automatic updates or check for updates manually.

3. Back up your data frequently. Data loss can happen due to hardware failure, virus infection, accidental deletion or theft. To prevent losing your important files, photos, videos and documents, you should back up your data regularly to your company’s main file share location, an external hard drive, a cloud service or a flash drive. You can also use a backup software to automate the process.

4. Protect your computer from viruses and malware. Viruses and malware can harm your computer, steal your personal information, slow down your system and display unwanted ads. To protect your computer from these threats, you should install a reliable antivirus software and scan your computer regularly. You should also avoid opening suspicious emails, downloading untrusted files and visiting malicious websites. With Zypes services your computer will have anti-virus automatically installed that you can run Quick or Full scans.

5. Optimize your computer's performance. Over time, your computer may become sluggish due to accumulated junk files, fragmented disks, unnecessary programs and browser extensions. To optimize your computer's performance, you should delete or uninstall the files and programs you don't need, defragment your hard drive, clear your browser cache and cookies, and use a system optimizer tool.