8.2. Understanding Preventive Maintenance
We get the oil changed in our cars so the engine doesn't blow up. We go to the dentist to make sure our teeth don't fall out. We buy life insurance, just in case. We do a lot of preventive maintenance in our lives, but these types of activities don't typically fall on our "fun things to do" list. We do them because we know what the consequences could be if we didn't.
The same principles hold true for our computers. Preventive maintenance is one of the most overlooked ways to reduce the cost of ownership in any environment. It can make our machines run longer and faster, which is good for everyone involved. This section outlines some preventive maintenance ideas, tools, and procedures.
8.2.1. Managing ...
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