Tips for laptops, laptop tips

	Quick laptop tips © Orange Enhance your mobile computing experience		Wi-Fi compatibility Our laptops are compatible with the Wi-Fi Ethernet wireless standard (802.11b and 802.11g). Make sure you take advantage of the outstanding benefits this provides. More and more public places worldwide are equipped with broadband Internet Wi-Fi (airports, libraries, cyber-cafés, etc...).

			Thermal dissipation - Laptop cooling Never use your laptop directly on a surface that prevents proper air flow, such as inside the laptop case, on a blanket or pillow. Periodicaly check that vents are not obstructed. Use a mobile cooling pad if necessary.

			Battery charge - Laptop autonomy Discharge completely your battery at least once per month.

			Security - Laptop tracking Use the CyberAngel security solution to track your laptop in case it is stolen.

			Viruses It is not enough to have an antivirus program installed. It needs to be kept up-to-date, and we recommend to update it at least once per week.

			Windows Updates Make sure that your computer downloads Window Updates periodicaly and frequently. This will enhance staibility and security of your operating system.

			Carrying Always use an apropriate carrying bag when travelling, to enhance shock absorption. Whenever you need to ship your laptop through a carrier (USPS, FedEx, UPS, etc...), always use packaging specificaly designed for laptops transit.

			Shocks Because of they are designed to maximize mobility, laptops are prone to shocks. Always turn your laptop OFF before you move your notebook from a place to another, unless it is well stabilized on a stand that is designed to absorb shocks.

			Humidity Laptops are very sensitive to humidity. Avoid liquid exposure as much as you can (water, wine, etc...).

			Dust Laptops are very sensitive to dust. Make sure the laptop is never left on a floor, but that it is always high on a table, desk, stand, etc... Check vents frequently to see if they are not obtructed.

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