Work Habits - Toshiba Portégé M100 Series User Manual

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Getting Started
Selecting a place to work
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Exercise your hands, wrists and arms to improve
circulation.
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Work habits

The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to
vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks
into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine
can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.
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Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your
muscles and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three
minutes every half hour is more effective than a long
break after several hours.
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Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.
Intersperse such activities with other tasks.
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Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long
periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the
computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant
object for at least thirty seconds.
Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in
discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or
arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and
rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.
Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV
device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your
LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your
eyes.