Helpdesk, Safe computing, Maintenance – PACKARD BELL dot s series User Manual

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H

ELPDESK

S

AFE

COMPUTING

To make the most of your new computer and ensure it runs smoothly for a
long time, you should use the programs below and regularly perform the
actions described in this guide.

Maintenance

Recommended maintenance tasks

There are several tasks you should perform periodically (about once per
month) to ensure your computer stays in good health:

Error checking

Using the Check Disk tool regularly prevents your system from getting
unreliable and information getting lost. It checks and repairs two types of
errors:
• file system errors, such as fragmented files that were not deleted and

files with invalid sizes or dates;

• physical errors, which may occur on your hard disk as it wears out over

time.

1. Click on Start

>

Computer. Right-click on the Packard Bell (C:)

icon and select Properties.

2. Click on Tools and Check Now in the Error-checking section.

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