Canned air dusters can also make matters worse if misused. High pressure, wrong angle, or getting too close can blow dust deeper into the PC instead of removing it. This can leave debris lodged behind ...

ZDNET's key takeaways Frequent computer maintenance is key to keeping your desktop performing at its best for years after purchase.It's an important habit to build early on, and most tools you'll need ...

Maintaining a clean gaming PC doesn’t have to be a tough thing to do, and if you can manage it, you’ll ensure a better performing PC in the long run. If you’re building a new PC, then you’ll have some ...

The latest version of CCleaner features an improved interface and faster performance. It's an excellent way to clean the gunk from your PC, and it doesn't cost a dime. Rick Broida is the author of ...

Most people know I have multiple dogs; having filtered fan intakes and getting the PC off the floor makes all the difference in the world. I have a reminder on my phone that pops up on the first of ...

Lulu Software’s Fixio PC Cleaner promises to keep your PCrunning faster and more smoothly, and to protect your privacy, byfixing registry problems, cleaning your hard drive, and deletinghistory files.

In our homes, dirt, dust, and grime can pile up over time. Cached files, screenshots and duplicates are the digital equivalent. One of the questions I get the most on my national radio show is, "How ...

A little spring cleaning can restore your PC and make it look and run as good as the day you brought it home. Your kitchen pantry and bathroom cabinets aren’t the only places that need a good cleaning ...

Cleaning a keyboard can give your clicky clacky companion a new lease of life, as hidden filth could hamper its gaming PC performance and abilities. Even if you regularly take time to clean your ...