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How to Clean a computer keyboard

Mar 22, 2009 02:35 AM

Think about how many times a day you touch your keyboard... ready to clean it yet? Check out this Howcast video tutorial on how to clean a computer keyboard.

You Will Need

* A keyboard disconnected from a desktop computer, or a laptop keyboard

* A flathead screwdriver

* A bowl of warm water

* Dish-washing soap

* A towel

* A can of compressed air

* Cotton balls

* Rubbing alcohol

* A digital camera

* A hand-held vacuum or upright vacuum with a hand-held attachment

Step 1. Shake keyboard

Step 2. Remove keys

Step 3. Clean and dry keys

Step 4. Spray compressed air

Step 5. Dab with alcohol

Step 6. Reassemble

Step 7. Keep it clean

Tip: For future reference, take a photo of your keyboard before you dismantle it.

Fact: The world's fastest typist, Barbara Blackburn, reached a top speed of 212 words per minute.

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