There are a few things you can do to take better care of your laptop batteries to make them last longer on their own. Don't leave your computer plugged into a power source for too long, like via an modular bay batteries that you put in your CD or DVD drive to extend your live time, but these are far less dependable, in general. Also, avoid cooling or overheating your battery. Keeping it between the temperatures of 32 and 95 degrees are best for its functioning.
