Your new laptop may be at risk, and you have to protect it against the many dangers out there that may cut its lifespan short: soda or coffee spills, moisture building up inside the casing, and impact from being dropped, among others. The portability that makes your computer so convenient is also what puts it at risk from all these.
"Portability" doesn't necessarily equate to "durability." Most of these machines have delicate components, and while manufacturers are continuously trying to make these components tougher, you'll still have to do your part in taking care of them and keeping your comp in good condition.
First off, avoid using your laptop near liquids, especially very hot or very cold ones. High temperature liquids may be steaming, and some of that steam may find its way into your comp's casing. It's the same deal with very cold beverages: it may cause condensation. Be especially wary of sodas: these drinks are pretty toxic to your portable if you manage to get any on it. Sodas are especially destructive: they're acidic, which may corrode connections, and even when they dry, they leave a sticky residue, which attracts dust.
The weather in your area may also damage your laptop. In places with high humidity like Los Angeles or Florida, the moist air can introduce moisture in your portable's components. This becomes worse if you tend to move your laptop in and out of very cold and then very hot areas (like from an air-conditioned workplace to an outside table in a coffeeshop). Invest in a moisture-proof case, and wipe down any dampness if you notice any. If you do find dampness, move your laptop to a drier area and wait for it to dry before using.
Your laptop also has a hard drive that takes a lot of punishment. Hard drives deal with a lot of wear and tear, because it is continually spinning. Moving around your comp can interfere with this spinning, causing your hard drive to crash. If you can't shut down before moving it, at least put your portable on sleep or hibernate: this stops your hard drive from spinning, and protects it from damage while in transit.
And last, avoid leaving your laptop on while it's on a bed or any other soft surface. Leaving it there causes it to overheat, because the hot air can't escape through the sides and the underside. This can cause a lot of damage to the silicon components, and in as little as a year can render your laptop useless.
Your new laptop will need some serious looking after if you want to make the most of your purchase. There are many dangers out there for your portable computer: liquid spillage, high humidity areas like florida and los angeles which can cause moisture to form on delicate components, and hard drive failure because of bad handling before shutdown.
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