Sitting At Your Computer; Avoiding Discomfort And Injury From Repetitive Strain; Positioning The Computer Case - Gateway E-Series Reference Manual

Sitting at your computer

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Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive
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Positioning the computer case

Position the computer case in a location that is easy for you to
reach. Your case can be positioned either horizontally or
vertically. With the case in a vertical orientation, you can rotate
the support base on bottom for more stability.
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CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started
Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make
sure that they are in a relaxed position when you type.
Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sit with your back
straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right
angles when you work.
Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs.
Avoid twisting your torso or neck.
Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition.
Take breaks to change your position, stretch your
muscles, and relieve your eyes.
Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule a
variety of tasks.