Computers are essential to modern life, but many users forget that regular cleaning is just as important as software updates. Over time, dust, pet hair, and debris can build up inside your device, ...

Anyone that owns a PC has to contend with dust buildup. It's the bane of PC cooling. Even if you keep your area clean, some buildup will occur over time. It's made much worse of you have a carpeted ...

Heat is your computer's worst enemy. Over time, dust buildup inside your computer could undermine its cooling efficiency, resulting in shorter life spans for your computer's components. Ed Rhee, a ...

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Gunk happens! Here's how to clean up your laptop's act—from the top bezel to the bottom fan—without inflicting harm. (It's easy, and you can use products you have around the house.) Computers are my ...

Computers are essential pieces of equipment that store a lot of important information. However, they often suffer from overheating issues because of dust that clogs airflow on the hardware. If you ...

Disclaimer: PCWorld is not responsible if you turn your computer into a massive paperweight after trying one of the tips you’re about to read. Cleaning a computer isn’t rocket science, but certain ...

I recently upgraded my PC with a new graphics card and a new, large SSD, and decided there was no better time than the present to give my desktop a good old-fashioned cleanout. What started for me as ...