Toshiba C855-S5133 User Manual

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Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard
Back up your files to external media on a regular basis. Label 
the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place.
It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, 
if your internal storage drive suddenly fails, you will lose all 
the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy. For more 
information, see 
.
Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to check 
and optimize disk space and improve performance. 
Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you receive via 
external media, email, or download from the Internet. 
Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and 
eyestrain.
Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates 
a drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to 
a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
The Windows
®
 operating system records information, such as your 
desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not let the 
Windows
®
 operating system shut down normally, details such as 
new icon positions may be lost.
Using the keyboard
Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, 
function keys, and special Windows
®
 keys, providing all the 
functionality of a full-size keyboard.
 
(Sample Illustration) Keyboard
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