ZDNET's key takeaways Frequent computer maintenance is key to keeping your desktop performing at its best for years after purchase.It's an important habit to build early on, and most tools you'll need ...

If your hard drive is nearing full capacity, you can delete your Windows temporary files to gain space back again.

We spend a lot of time looking at our desktop monitors and laptop displays. Unfortunately, computer screens attract all manner of dust, fingerprints, and grime, which can be distracting and unsightly.

Protect your monitors and make scrolling much more pleasant by cleaning them regularly. This is how to clean a computer monitor without leaving streaks and smudges behind.