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Regular PDA Maintenance

Keep Your PDA in Tip-Top Shape

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PDAs, like other electronic items, must be maintained in order to stay in good working order. Here are a few helpful tips and tricks that will keep your Palm or Windows Mobile PDA working smoothly.

Reset Your PDA

Just as we sometimes need to reboot our computers to fix a minor glitch or lock-up, you’ll occasionally need to reset your Palm PDA. Before you reset your PDA, let us tell you the difference between a hard reset and a soft reset.

When you’re ready to reboot, here’s an explanation for how to reset your Palm PDA.

Make Sure Your PDA Is Charged

Whether you’re trying to figure out how to charge your HP iPAQ using your computer’s USB port, or if you’re getting ready for winter, we have some suggestions for how to keep your PDA powered up for when you need it most.

There are also a number of things you can do to extend the battery life of your PDA.

Keep Your PDA Clean

Just as many of us clean our houses regularly, it’s a good idea to clean your PDA, both physically and figuratively. By cleaning your PDA’s screen regularly, your PDA will have an easier time responding to taps on the touchscreen. Removing unwanted programs is also a good way to de-clutter your PDA.

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