Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.

Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a

computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,

inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly

increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,

tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may

appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

• numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

• aching, soreness or tenderness

• pain, swelling or throbbing

• stiffness or tightness

• coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort

and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and

inform your company's health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

Finding your comfort zone

Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a

footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe

the following tips:

• refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture

• avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward

• stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg

muscles

• take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders

• avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders

• install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within

comfortable reach

• if you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at

the center of your desk to minimize neck strain

Taking care of your vision

Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive

room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast

displays could stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on

how to reduce eyestrain.

Eyes

• Rest your eyes frequently.

• Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and

focusing on a distant point.

• Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.

Display

• Keep your display clean.

• Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your

eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display.

• Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for

enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.

• Eliminate glare and reflections by:

• placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or

any light source

• minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds

• using a task light

• changing the display's viewing angle

• using a glare-reduction filter

• using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the

display's top front edge

• Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.

• Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended

periods of time.

Developing good work habits

Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing

and productive:

• Take short breaks regularly and often.

• Perform some stretching exercises.

• Breathe fresh air as often as possible.

• Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body.

CAUTION for Listening

To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.

• Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.

• Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.

• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.

• Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

• Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

*Information taken from E-machine User Guide from pages 5, 12 and 13.

Pen on Paper

Pen on paper, again. Just feel like writing my thoughts today. It’s been quite some time when I posted an entry on my BLOG.

I’m thinking of the New Position I’ll be occupying, I think I need to prepare myself, for it is true that “with great power, comes great responsibility.” And I don’t know if I can still apply my “Come what May beliefs.”

I actually wanted this, before I was a step close, but then some stupid actions of mine made it like a thousand miles away and back then It made me feel I was carrying a heavy baggage of stupidity. I thought it was the end of my stay in PCCW, but still thanks to the LORD he never deserted me, and to those people who believed in me…:’C

Now, nothing is against my way I’m already there, but why am I feeling this way. It’s not being “Emo” or anything and I don’t think that this feeling is regret (or maybe because of the Pizza Party on Monday and I won’t be part of. Geez, Haha! Kidding)

I guess I’ll just miss these people, my teammates_, SEAP. Those people I love. I’m just so attached with them. Though I know changes is good and is actually healthy for Personality Development. And come to think of it I already have friends in CTS.

I just need to hope for the best, along with GOD’s guidance. ;)

Listening to “Love the way you Lie” by Eminem & Rihanna followed by Billionaire covers by Glee Cast. Last day as Tier1 Agent April 13, 2009 to November 19, 2010.

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Fingers on the Keyboard....: The Blind Justice

I remember seeing the symbol of Justice in the Philippines; it's a blind-folded woman holding a spear and a scale. Justice, should it be blind or not?

For me, I think it depends, blind, in the sense that it doesn't look thru social status, whether Rich or poor, everyone deserves fair judgment. No one should be made responsible for a crime he never committed.

Money and Power shouldn’t over rule fair judgment; No one should bribe to get away from the claws of justice.

Tracking our country’s Justice History, from our ancestors, who experienced a lot of injustice. It is said that not all people who are in prisoned are not all “guilty” some were accused of criminal acts which they didn’t do.

Recently, The Maguindanao Massacre, which caught a lot of criticism from local and foreign Personalities, hit the Philippines like a big bullet in the head. People responsible for this were not just ordinary people but powerful Politicians and allies of former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. The criminals were arrested and detained, a lot of people grieving for this inhumane incident, shouting justice for the lives of many taken away by people greedy for power, including the families of Journalists who were doing their job to broadcast News. It has been a year since that tragic event happened. We do hope that whoever is responsible for the Maguindanao Massacre should be convicted.

Another example is the Morong 43, some Health Workers, who were arrested because they were suspected members of NPA (New People’s Army) people who fight against our government. And since there are no proofs that they’re NPA I believe that they should be freed. And one of the good news for their family is that the Morong43 will be freed Starting today as requested by the court.

I do hope that Justice will always prevail on our country, a just and humane justice for our society.

Haha... This is my blog entry wherein I used my very first Netbook. I'm just happy because for a year of working I have this as a reward. I want to thank the LORD for Blessings and also my Mom and Dad for being always supportive. Hopefully I'll be able to use this wisely. 12/17/2010 3:13 PM 7:00 P