Computer keyboards are considered high-touch areas that may be contaminated with microbes such as bacteria and flu viruses (including the H1N1). Universities have posted hygiene plans including disinfecting keyboards. Some suggest that the H1N1 virus may live for several days on hard surfaces.
First, keyboards and mice should be disconnected from the computer (or the computer should be turned off). Then both should be wiped down with disinfecting wipes or lint-free cloths or paper towels dampened with isopropyl alcohol, according to various online sources. The cloths or paper towels should not be saturated to the point of dripping. Continue reading “How to clean computer keyboard and mouse surfaces”
