Your desktop computer could be at risk to overheat.  These tips can help prevent your desktop computer from overheating:

• Clean dust from your computer's vents.  Dust can collect in a short period time and affect the ventilation of your desktop computer.  Visit our Clean Dust From Your Desktop Computer post for more information.

• Make sure you are placing your computer in an ideal setting for ventilation.  If you have your desktop on the floor, you may need to buy a stand to elevate it to a better position for ventilation.

• Keep your desktop at least six inches away from a wall.

• Curtains can affect ventilation.  Be sure to keep them away from the computer's fan.

• Room temperature can play a part in a desktop computer overheating.  Maintain a comfortable room temperature (~72 degrees) to keep your computer's temperature in its ideal range.

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