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I absolutely love my two cats and the various foster kitties we get in our home.

I’m here today to share the cat-proofing computer knowledge I’ve gained from my experiences.

Kitten on a Logitech keyboard.

The very first foster kitten I ever had, from whom I learned many cat-proofing tricks.

But of course, this isn’t always possible or convenient.

Seeing movement similar to prey excites the cat and makes it want to attack or play.

The Fix:Tidy up your cables and consider replacing wired accessories with wireless ones.

Rebecca Spear’s computer setup.

My computer desk after I cleaned up cables and acquired more wireless accessories.

Work on cable management

Naturally, some devices cannot go wireless.

This is wherecable managementis important.

Start by tidying up your cables and reducing loose bits that might tempt your feline.

Image of the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (9315) in use.

The adjustable clamps mean that no screwdriver or glue is necessary.

It has a cord organizer and velcro ties to help keep cables tidy.

That said, it’s still frustrating when they block your view or tamper with things.

Reflying Under Desk Cable Management Tray and velcro.

Under desk cable management trays can help keep cords away from kitty.

You don’t want to force the cat into the bed but suggest it to them.

Each cat is different, but hopefully, the same will happen for you.

This cat bed isn’t too large, so it should fit a little easier on a desk.

Reflying Under Desk Cable Management Tray

It’s also soft and comfortable for your feline.

Don’t have a lot of room on your desk?

It’s got a fleece covering making it nice and soft.

Cat in cat bed on computer desk.

My cat, Misty, automatically goes to the cat bed and leaves my PC alone.

This is especially true of the sleep and power buttons.

Safely clean gunk off your monitor, laptop screen, tablet, or phone using these streak-free wipes.

They are safe for most displays and will help you keep your devices clean.

Asvin small pet bed

I attempted to discourage my cats from jumping on my PC tower, but that didn’t work.

Of course, not everyone has access to a 3D printer.

Pet Products Kitty Sill Fleece Bed

Power button on Logitech keyboard

Power button on Logitech keyboard.

Black cat staring at computer monitor.

My cat, Sabrina, pressing her nose against a computer I was reviewing.

Miracle Wipes for Electronics.

Black cat on computer tower.

My cat, Sabrina, standing too close for comfort next to the power button on my computer tower. This is why I 3D printed a cap for the power button.

3D Printed cap over computer tower power button.

This 3D printed cap covers my tower’s power button so cats can’t turn off my PC by stepping on it.

Monoprice Dark Matter 27-inch gaming monitor with cat

Geekom A6 mini PC on a table next to a mug and a computer mouse.

Xbox Series S

Image of the Dell XPS Desktop (8960).

Image of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) gaming laptop.

HP Envy Move

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the United Nations General Assembly seen on a laptop computer in Hastings on the Hudson, New York, U.S., on Tuesday, Sept. 22. 2020.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 deal

Moto book 60

Renderings of the 50th Anniversary Exclusive Microsoft Surface Laptop.

Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445)

Xbox controller with WD-40

Elden Ring Nightreign

The rare Caine Trailblazer operator skin, obtainable from the Return to Verdansk event in Call of Duty: Warzone

Dune: Awakening

DOOM: The Dark Ages

Windows 11 system features

Monument Valley image