Just because you own a fancy laptop doesn't mean you're very tech savvy.
From horrifying computer deaths to disgusting motherboards covered in a mysterious mold002 Archives Reddit's IT professionals at r/TechSupportGore share some of the gnarliest tech nightmares that roll into their shops.
Check it out, and if you aren't very tech friendly, take this as an opportunity to learn from some other people's mistakes.
1. No room? No problem.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 2. Maybe that 3D sticker was a bad idea.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 3. Do you smell something burning?
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 4. Apparently, Google suggests using a hair dryer if you spill liquid on your laptop.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 5. Mac chargers are the worst.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 6. There's a reason these connecters were phased out.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 7. Pro tip: Don't put your laptop on the stovetop.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 8. Something very bad happened here.
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Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 10. Sorry, but that data is gone.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 11. RIP USB
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 12. This computer died a brutal death.
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Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 14. Battery acid is powerful stuff.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 15. Why isn't the Wi-Fi working during lunch time?
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 16. You may have a small rodent problem.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 17. Honestly, this is just impressive.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable 18. Burn it to the ground.
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