Heat and computers can be a lethal combination. Even though the hot summer days continue to slide by, protect your system from heat related problems.
Keep your computer well ventilated. Because most new systems today are towers, many computer users place their systems on the floor. Normally this will not cause any problems, but make sure that you are minimizing disaster with these hints:
* Keep the system off of shag or long carpet.
If your floor meets the above description, put a piece of masonite or tile under the system (many computers have small vents at the bottom that need to be able to breathe)
* Keep the fan holes in the rear of the computer clear (don’t push the system against a wall or couch and periodically clean lint away from the vent holes) Make sure air can circulate around your computer on all sides
If your computer desk has a little slot for the tower, make sure the door is left open when the computer is running (or if you can stand the aesthetics, take the door off). Also, cut away the entire back panel of the slot for the tower to allow better ventilation and easier cord access.
