What is a LAPTOP?
A laptop computer, sometimes called a notebook computer by manufacturers, is a battery- or AC-powered personal computer consisting of a screen, an alphanumeric keyboard, and a touchpad. that can be easily moved and used in a variety of locations. They help people in internet banking, online recharge, bill payment, listening to music, watching movies, playing games, online education, internet surfing, etc. A laptop features a built-in monitor, keyboard, touchpad, and speakers and may be powered by a chargeable battery.
A personal computer that can be easily carried and are Portable laptops have ports (USB, Ethernet, ETC.).
Parts of the Laptop
- Built in monitor
- Keyboard: used to type in various programs.
- Speakers
- Touchpad
Things to be remembered
- · Operate your laptop on a safe and stable environment.
- · Keep liquids away from your laptop.
- · Protect the screen (LCD) and body of your laptop. keyboard.
- · Keep food away from your laptop.
- · Always have clean hands when using your laptop.
- · Protect the LCD display monitor.
- · Don't leave your laptop in a car.
- · Don't expose your laptop to rapid temperature fluctuations.
- · Don't pull on the power cord.
- · Don't roll your chair over the computer cord.
- · Hold and lift the computer by its base, not by its LCD display (the screen).
- · Use a properly-sized laptop case
- · Use your TAS laptop bag when carrying your laptop.
- · Protect valuable data by backing it up to a CD or DVD.
- · Protect against viruses.
- A docking station more closely resembles a standard desktop workstation with an external keyboard, mouse and monitor attached.
- Use a laptop stand if you don’t use an external monitor. Attach an external keyboard and mouse at or slightly below elbow height. Use a footrest if needed.
- Long Term Use (more than an hour)
- Maintain a neutral neck posture by placing the
- top of the screen at about eye level or slightly lower if using bifocal glasses.
- Short Term Use (less than an hour)
- A comfortable workstation setup promotes:
- Neutral postures with the neck aligned with the spine (NOT bent or thrust forward)
- Elbows close to the body and bent at an angle between 90 and 120 degrees
- Use an external monitor, laptop stand or place your laptop on a stable support surface, such as monitor risers, reams of paper, or phone books so that the screen height can be adjusted.
- Short Term Use (less than an hour)
- A comfortable workstation setup promotes:
- Neutral postures with the neck aligned with the
- spine (NOT bent or thrust forward)
- Elbows close to the body and bent at an angle between 90 and 120 degrees
- Use an external monitor, laptop stand or place your laptop on a stable support surface, such as monitor risers, reams of paper, or phone books so that the screen height can be adjusted.
- A docking station more closely resembles a standard desktop workstation with an external keyboard, mouse and monitor attached.
- Use a laptop stand if you don’t use an external monitor. Attach an external keyboard and mouse at or slightly below elbow height. Use a footrest if needed.
- Place the laptop on your lap to help keep your wrists straight while typing. Try a binder or lap platform to maximize the height of the screen and maintain an upright head posture.
- Use a chair that supports a comfortable upright or slightly reclined posture. Use a towel roll or inflatable lumbar pillow for lower back support.
- Tilt the screen to maintain a neutral posture
- Carry your laptop in a wheeled case or backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps and a sturdy hip belt
- Lighten your load by purchasing a lightweight laptop. Reduce the weight of your carrying case by removing unnecessary items, such as external hardware and cables
- When carrying files, binders, and additional items, consider putting them into a separate case to balance your load
- Switch hands or shoulders frequently when using a carrying case with a handle or shoulder strap
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