A computer laboratory is a specially designed room for the installation and safe use of computers for educational purposes. Key considerations for preparing a computer lab include security, power reliability, user capacity, and necessary facilities like furniture and ventilation. Requirements for an effective lab encompass proper care of equipment, adequate power supply, cleanliness, and safety measures.

2. COMPUTER LABORATORY
Definition
A Computer laboratory is a room that has been specially prepared to facilitate installation
of computers, and provide a safe conducive environment for teaching & learning of
Computer Studies.

3. SAFE USE & CARE OF COMPUTERS
(COMPUTER HYGIENE)
 Computer systems are expensive to acquire & maintain, and should therefore be
handled with great care. Most computer breakdowns are caused by failure to
follow the correct instructions on use of equipment, carelessness, and neglect.
 Computer hygiene involves keeping the computers in good care & order.

4. Factors to consider when preparing a
computer laboratory.
The following factors must be considered when preparing a computer laboratory:
1. Security of the computers, programs and other resources.
2. Reliability of the source of power.
3. Number of computers to be installed, and the amount floor space available.
4. The maximum number of users that the laboratory can accommodate.

5. Requirements of a Computer Laboratory.
 Standard and Enough furniture.
 Good ventilation.
 Reliable & Enough source of power supply.
 Free from Dust and Moisture.
 Enough floor space.
 Proper cabling of electric wires.
 Fire fighting equipment.
 Good lighting equipment.
 Strong rooms & doors for the security of computers.

7. Home work
 Define a computer Laboratory.
 Give three factors to be considered when preparing a computer laboratory.
 What are the requirements of a computer laboratory?