5DEUTSCHAPPENDIX ESPAÑOLITALIANOSVENSKA ENGLISHFRANÇAISPORTUGUESEWorking PracticesRestTake regular breaks. Vary your posture, and stand upand stretch occasionally as prolonged use of computerworkstations can be tiring.BackYou should sit back in the chair and use the backrest.HandsUse a light touch on the keyboard, keeping your handsand fingers relaxed. Allow a space in front of thekeyboard to rest your wrists when not typing. Considerusing a wristpad.EyesightWorking with monitors, in common with any prolongedclose work, can be visually demanding. Look away fromthe screen periodically and have your eyesight checkedregularly.Screen settingsSet the screen brightness and contrast to a comfortablelevel. You may have to adjust this as the lightingchanges during the day. Many application programs letyou select color combinations which can help you toview in comfort.ESetup.fm Page 5 Friday, April 14, 2000 12:56 PM