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How can I make my batteries last as long as possible?

Make 'Em Last!

Getting Every Extra Minute of Battery Life

-- Dim the screen as much as you can.
-- Don't use the CD-ROM unless you have to.
-- It helps to have as much RAM as possible, to reduce hard drive access.

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