Is there any tutorial on how to keep macbook pro clean and fully working?
Hi everyone,
I bought a macbook pro three days ago (and it works like a charm by the way). I'll be using this computer mainly for school work so I don't want to mess it up like I did on my iMac 2011. So what would you suggest to keep this computer clean and fully working (like a new one) for a long time since I plan to keep it at least 3-4 years? Would you recommend any cleaning software, or to manually clean the macbook once in a while? Basically, all I want to know is how to keep a healthy mac as long as possible!
For the physical aspect of the mac I already have a sleeve for it so I don't think it's going to be an issue.
Thank you!
AteMyApple
No maintence necessary, really - see Thomas Reed's article:
The myth of the dirty Mac
...and...
Mac Performance Guide
...both make good reading. DO NOT mess with any 'clean your mac' utilities - they're junk and may do more harm than good.
Clinton
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