Computer/General tips
🧼 Maintenance & Cleaning
- Dust your PC every 3–6 months (especially fans, vents, and GPU) to prevent overheating.
- Use compressed air to clean keyboards and ports.
- Keep liquids and food away from your computer to avoid spills and corrosion.
🔒 Security
- Install and update a reputable antivirus program (like Bitdefender, Malwarebytes, or Windows Defender).
- Enable two-factor authentication for important accounts.
- Never click unknown links or open attachments from untrusted emails.
⚙️ Performance Tips
- Restart your PC at least once a week to clear memory and refresh performance.
- Uninstall programs you no longer use to free up storage and reduce background processes.
- Use Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) to check for high CPU or memory usage.
- Add more RAM or upgrade to an SSD for a major speed boost.
🔌 Hardware & Upgrades
- Use a surge protector or UPS (battery backup) to protect your PC from power outages and voltage spikes.
- Clean out your PC's thermal paste and reapply it every 1–2 years if you notice overheating.
- If gaming or editing, keep drivers for your GPU and chipset up to date for best performance.
☁️ Data & Backup
- Back up important files to an external drive or cloud storage (Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox).
- Use Windows System Restore to save restore points in case something goes wrong.
- Consider disk imaging software (like Macrium Reflect) to clone your drive for full recovery.
🧠 Usage Habits
- Don’t overload your desktop with shortcuts—this slows boot time.
- Use a password manager (like Bitwarden or LastPass) to safely store your login info.
- Avoid installing unnecessary "system cleaner" apps—many are junkware.
🎨 Custom PCs & Case Care
- If you have a custom painted case, clean with a microfiber cloth only—avoid harsh cleaners.
- Keep your custom PC in a cool, ventilated space to preserve both performance and paintwork.
- Plan your RGB and cooling setup for both function and aesthetics—airflow matters!
