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Please read on for more information! Stephanie Wise [![What Are Some of the Most Common Types of Technology Claims?](https://blog.safeware.com/hubfs/coffeeonlaptop.jpg)](https://blog.safeware.com/hubfs/coffeeonlaptop.jpg) 18 February ## What Are Some of the Most Common Types of Technology Claims? February 18, 2019 by [Stephanie Wise](https://blog.safeware.com/author/stephanie-wise) 0 As technology rapidly advances, it still falls victim to various types of failures and malfunctions. Keep reading to learn about some of the most common types of technology claims that Safeware sees.   - Mechanical Breakdown This type of device failure means that the device fails to perform its intended function during normal use. For example, a computer screen that goes blank when the owner is typing an essay is an example of mechanical breakdown.   - Accidental Damage from Handling This form of malfunction’s name speaks for itself. Technology is used everyday and in multiple environments, so it only makes sense that user-error is to blame for some forms of damage. A common example of this is when a laptop gets knocked off a table and breaks.   - Liquid Damage Keeping beverages around technology is common (think about your desk at work or home- you probably have coffee and water in close proximity to your laptop or keyboard). 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