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Laptops are ubiquitous. They're so easy to pack up and carry with us that many of us have opted to use them as our primary computers, and in many ways they are quite similar to desktop models. The features that make them so versatile, however, also require special care: batteries need to be kept fresh, and spills on the keyboard can affect the entire computer. This section contains some tips and techniques you should be familiar with in order to keep your laptop in optimum shape.