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Removing Permanent Ink (Sharpie) from a Computer Screen

This is a guide about removing permanent ink from a computer screen. It can be difficult to remove Sharpie from your computer screen. Abrasive clothes and certain cleaners cannot be used on your screen.

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Cleaning a Flat Screen Monitor

This is a guide about cleaning a flat screen monitor. From dust to fingerprints, a dirty flat screen can make it hard to see. It is important to use proper cleaning methods to avoid damaging your monitor.

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Removing Stickers from a Laptop

How do I remove a sticker mark on a laptop?

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Cleaning a Laptop Screen

What do you use to clean the screen on a laptop computer? I think one of my grandsons must have been trying to hide their fingerprints from the screen and now it is all greasy looking. Thanks.

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Q-Tips for Cleaning a Keyboard

I was reading about the different tips members have posted regarding how to clean their keyboards and I have one of my own. I use a moist Q-Tip all around and between the keys. Then I use the crevice tool of my vacuum to suck up the dust that is left over.

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Cleaning TV and Computer Monitor Screens

What can I clean my computer screen with?

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Cleaning the Dust From Around the Computer Wires

How do you clean the area under and around the computer/desk without raising dust? I am allergic to dust and the area with the computer wire is a dust problem. Thanks.

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Nail Polish Remover to Clean Keyboard

Dip an old toothbrush in nail polish remover and scrub debris from your keyboard. Make sure to shake out the excess nail polish remover before scrubbing the keyboard.

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Cigarette Smoke Odors in Computer

How do you get cigarette smoke odors out of a computer tower?

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Use a Stocking as a Keyboard Cover

I recently bought a new black keyboard and a package of knee-highs. Once the keyboard was connected, the stocking went on. I safety pinned the end so it wouldn't come off. It helps keep the cord out of the way and definitely is keeping things out of the keyboard.

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Removing Pen Ink on Computer Screen

My 2 year old daughter took a black ball point ink pen and drew all over my computer monitor. I tried to get it off with a cloth and water, but that did not work. To my surprise using a baby wipe, and Colgate toothpaste took the ink right off.

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Permanent Marker on Computer Monitor Screen

My 3 year old daughter decided to get artistic with a black Sharpie permanent marker! I freaked because it was on a LCD computer monitor which has a plastic screen. After reading some of the suggestions, I tried non-acetone nail polish remover.

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Removing Marks from a Laptop

I got a new purse and set it on my yellow laptop one day. Now there are black marks all over it that I can't get off! I've tried the Magic Eraser and nail polish remover. They didn't work. Can anyone help?

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Nail Polish on a LCD Monitor

I have nail varnish all over my LCD screen. Does anyone know how to get if off without any damage?

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Removing Crayon from a Computer Screen

How do you get crayon off a computer screen?

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Use Makeup Brushes To Clean Keyboards

An easy way to clean your computer keyboard is by wiping it with makeup brushes. They make it easier to get between the keys. The inexpensive brushes, large or small, work just fine.

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Pen on a Computer Screen

How do I get pen off my computer screen?

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Cleaning a Computer Keyboard

Does anyone know how to clean a computer key board? I have gunk between the keys and need to know the best way to clean them.

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Cleaning a Computer Monitor

I need to know what I can use to clean my computer monitor (I know they make wipes you can buy) but does anyone know of something you would normally have at home that would work? Also, what can you use to reduce the static and dust that the TV tends to attract?

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Clean Your Mousepad

I thought my mousepad was worn out and ready to be replaced, until I got the idea of cleaning it with a piece of masking tape. I rolled the masking tape inside out, around my fingers, and proceeded to use the sticky side to pick up lint. Now the mousepad is good as new!

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New Sober Worm (Virus) on the Loose

We have gotten many more of these this morning so watch your mail from this one. Your virus filters may not catch it yet. Don't open Bounced mail messages, just delete them.

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Cleaning Your Home Office or Computer Room

Your home office can be the central business center of the home, and oftentimes with all of those papers and documents, it may be hard to focus on where to get started, or exactly how to clean.

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Cleaning a Computer Keyboard

Cleaning a Computer KeyboardDoes anyone know how to clean a computer key board? I have gunk between the keys and need to know the best way to clean them.