To properly clean your PC you need the proper tools. All of these products should be available at your local computer store or supermarket:
- Cleaning solution You could buy one of the many specialized cleaning products you'll see on computer store shelves, but water diluted with a mild cleaning solution such as Formula 409 or Simple Green will serve just as well.
- Isopropyl alcohol Ordinary rubbing alcohol is also a good cleaner.
- Canned compressed air Should cost less than $10.
PC vacuum cleaner Belkin's tiny MiniVak vacuum cleaner costs only $12 and works great for removing dust from hard-to-get-at places (www.belkin.com).
- Lint-free, anti-static wipes Lint-free wipes will keep dust from accumulating inside your case and obstructing your optical drives.
- Q-tip swabs Swabs are really handy for cleaning hard-to-get-to nooks and crannies.
