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o view the properties of a file follow the given steps:
Step 1: ight click on any file and select Properties. dialog box will appear and it will display the properties
of the file.
Step 2: lick on the General tab to view the general properties of the selected file s folder s like: type
location si e date of creation etc.
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COMPUTER CARE
s large amount of data is stored on the computer it is necessary to have regular maintenance.
Malware and irus may cause damage to the working of computer. oss of data can be prevented if updated
antivirus software is installed on the computer. Files stored on the computer must be properly organised and
defragmented to avoid slowing down of the computer.
Some general precautions that can be taken while placing the computer system at any place are:
It should be away from direct heat and sunlight.
nsure less fluctuations in temperature or electric supply else it may cause surges or spikes.
e should try to keep our room dust free and regularly do cleaning.
Never spill the eatables on computer system.
Cleaning the Computer Components
fter proper installation of the system we must ensure proper maintenance of its hardware and software
components. leaning the computer and other peripherals attached to it keeps it in a good working condition.
For example fan is used to cool down the components of that may get heated while operating. If
the fan is not cleaned hardware components of can easily catch fire due to overheating. herefore
periodic inspection of the components of computer must be done to increase lifetime of the hardware.
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