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    using laptop for long hours

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by bin, Nov 23, 2005.

  1. bin

    bin Notebook Consultant

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    hi.does using a laptop for long hours have any side effects or will it cause any problems?
     
    bin, Nov 23, 2005
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    It may get pretty hot but nothing to worry about if it had proper ventilation. I leave mine on overnight and have no problems.
     
    jordansport, Nov 23, 2005
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    thanks for the reply..i'm using dell inspiron 6000 by the way ;)
     
    bin, Nov 23, 2005
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    SamH Notebook Guru

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    Ive got dn insprion 6000 too, I find the heat control quite good, my hard drive never goes over 39C even after leaving it on doing stuff all day.

    In the ergonimic (sp?) sense, using a laptop for a while is meant to be a little more strainful on the hands and arms, especially if on your lap.
     
    SamH, Nov 24, 2005
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    nickspohn Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    It does have little effect on the computer, it cuts down its life span but it is very little, probaly under 1%. But i leave my computer on all the time and i havent had any trouble after two years.
     
    nickspohn, Nov 24, 2005
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