Computing Tips - Toshiba Satellite P20-8PW User Manual

Computing Tips

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Save your work frequently.
Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it
to the disk. You will lose all the work done since you last saved, if, for
example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer,
or your battery runs out of charge while you are working.
Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on.
This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your
software documentation for details.
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Back up your files to floppy disks (or other removable media) on a
regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a
safe place.
It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your
hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you
have a separate backup copy.
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Use Error-checking and the Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve
disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level.
To run Error-checking:
1. Click Start and open My Computer.
2. Click the drive you want to test.
3. On the File menu, click Properties.
4. On the Tools tab, under Error-checking, click Check Now.
5. Under Check disk options, select the Scan for and attempt
recovery of bad sectors check box.
To run Disk Defragmenter, click Start, point to All Programs,
Accessories, System Tools, and click Disk Defragmenter.
Consult your Microsoft
information on these and other utilities.
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Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eye strain.
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Before turning off the computer, always use the Turn Off Computer
command.
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