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Dust Cleaning

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Technical procedure for removing particulate matter from computer hardware.

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Dust cleaning involves the removal of dust particles from computer components using tools such as compressed air or vacuum. It is crucial for maintaining optimal thermal performance and preventing hardware failures due to overheating and dust accumulation in computers.

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Utilizing a blower to remove dust from a PC's cooling fans and heatsinks, typically applying a minimum pressure of 2 bar (29 psi).

Regular maintenance for home desktops and high-performance gaming PCs to prevent cooling inefficiencies caused by dust buildup.

Applying a low-static brush to gently clear debris from motherboard surfaces, ensuring minimal impact on sensitive electronic components.

Common practice during routine maintenance in IT departments to sustain longevity of large fleets of workstations.