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U1 Lesson 2 Using Computers Properly

The document discusses the negative effects of excessive computer use, including poor posture, hand injuries, eye strain, obesity, and reduced social interaction. It emphasizes the importance of balanced computer use by setting time limits, taking breaks, engaging in physical activities, and maintaining a healthy diet. Additionally, it provides guidelines for proper computer posture and care to ensure both user health and device longevity.

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U1 Lesson 2 Using Computers Properly

The document discusses the negative effects of excessive computer use, including poor posture, hand injuries, eye strain, obesity, and reduced social interaction. It emphasizes the importance of balanced computer use by setting time limits, taking breaks, engaging in physical activities, and maintaining a healthy diet. Additionally, it provides guidelines for proper computer posture and care to ensure both user health and device longevity.

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LESSON 2

Using Computers Properly


Computer Use
Since computers have become part of our daily activities,
spending too much time using them can badly affect us in
many ways.

1. Sitting too long in an awkward or improper posture can result


in bad posture. This can badly affect our spine, muscles, and
joints.
2. Misusing the keyboard and mouse can result in
hand injuries.
3. Staring too long at the screen can cause eye strain.
We will
get a headache, blurry vision, and redness of the
eyes.
4. Eating junk food while using the computer along
with lack of
physical activity can lead to obesity.
5. Too much playing of computer games and other
entertainment applications can leave less time
Proper Use of the Computer
To apply balance, we should:
1. Set time limit and have breaks in
between.
2. Spend more time with our family and
friends to
do enjoyable activities together.
3. Go Out and be active.
4. Eat healthy food during mealtimes as a
To use the computer
comfortably, let us remember
the following:
• Back is up straight
• Feet are flat on the stool or on the
floor
• Eyes are at the right distance
• Wrists are off the table
Steps on how we can take good
care of our computers.
1. Our hands should be clean and dry before
using
our computers.
2. Place our computers in a clean, cool, and
dry place.
3. Keep food or drinks away from our
computers.
Steps on how we can take good
care of our computers.

4. Keep our computers clean at all


times,
especially the monitor, keyboard,
and
mouse. Use a clean, damp cloth to
clean

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