Another Day With My PC

Be careful when dusting off your computer using aerosols. There are reports which indicate that the number of persons, particularly children, who die each year from inadvertently inhaling the air that comes out of the canister is rising.

Many parents are unaware of the danger that computer dusting brings, and it’s not surprising why. The air that comes out of the container is odorless. This creates a presumption that it contains no chemicals and that it’s just pure air. Unfortunately, this is not the case.

The compressed air inside the canister actually contains Freon. This chemical is also being used in air conditioners and refrigerators. It doesn’t take much in order for one to exhibit the symptoms of Freon poisoning. If you’re not sure if a person has inhaled the chemical, look for the following signs: redness in the eyes which is usually accompanied by white blisters in the mouth. The person’s throat may also become numb.

Ridding your computer of dust and dirt should be a worthwhile undertaking, not a life-threatening one. Ensure your safety first before you take steps in improving or maintaining the health of your PC.

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