162 HP Jornada H/PC User’s Guide
Reducing eye strain
Have your eyes checked on a regular basis and ensure your eyeglass prescription is suitable for working on a computer screen. Look away from the screen from time to time. Focus on distant objects briefly. Blinking periodically helps to lubricate the eyes.
Preventing muscle stiffness
Avoid holding your muscles tense for long periods of time. Keep your fingers and body relaxed. Changing tasks frequently helps prevent muscle stiffness. Alternating between typing, writing, filing, and moving around in your work environment helps to keep muscles loose.
Taking frequent short breaks
When you are required to work on your computer for prolonged periods of time, take short breaks frequently. As a general rule, a 5- and
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