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A system and method by which interchangeable covers are provided for a portable computer comprising two (2) covers which are generally flat in shape is herein disclosed. A first cover would attach onto a top surface of the portable computer thus protecting an outward facing component of a display sc

A system and method by which interchangeable covers are provided for a portable computer comprising two (2) covers which are generally flat in shape is herein disclosed. A first cover would attach onto a top surface of the portable computer thus protecting an outward facing component of a display screen, while a second cover would attach onto a bottom portion of the portable computer. Both covers would extend around side surfaces thus protecting the sides of the computer as well. The covers would provide manually removable sections allowing access thereto computer features such as buttons, cooling vents, connection ports, and the like. It is envisioned that the covers would be made in multiple colors and styles with graphic printing to suit individual tastes. Such graphics are envisioned to be flames, sport heroes, music or movie icons, company logos, or the like. Additionally, plain covers could be adorned with stickers, paints, or other user applied items without fear of damaging the laptop, voiding warranties, or reducing resale value. To change the appearance of a portable computer, the user would simply attach new covers.

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What is claimed is: 1. A computer cover comprising a two-piece device removably attachable thereto a portable computer, further comprising: a display screen cover forming a pocket structure therefor a display screen portion of said portable computer; a keyboard cover forming a pocket structure ther

What is claimed is: 1. A computer cover comprising a two-piece device removably attachable thereto a portable computer, further comprising: a display screen cover forming a pocket structure therefor a display screen portion of said portable computer; a keyboard cover forming a pocket structure therefor a keyboard portion of said portable computer; a plurality of removable sections located thereon said keyboard cover; and, a plurality of decorative elements located thereon said display screen cover and said keyboard cover; wherein said display screen cover and said keyboard cover are manufactured of a resilient scratch-resistant plastic; wherein said plurality of removable sections provide access to permit operation of at least one (1) interface element; and, wherein said portable computer cover provides a means to personalize and protect a portable computer. 2. The computer cover of claim 1, wherein said display screen cover comprises a first panel located on an outer surface of said display screen cover and expanding outwardly to form a wrap-around first edge on outer three (3) edges and a hinge edge of said first panel; wherein said first edge does not interfere with a hinge thereof said portable computer. 3. The computer cover of claim 2, wherein said display screen cover does not impede a view thereof said display screen portion. 4. The computer cover of claim 2, wherein said keyboard cover further comprises a second panel located on an outer surface of said keyboard cover and expanding outwardly so as to form a wrap-around second edge on an outer perimeter of said second panel, and a third panel located on an inner portion of said keyboard cover; wherein said second edge does not interfere with said hinge thereof said portable computer. 5. The computer cover of claim 4, wherein said third panel does not impede an operation thereof said keyboard portion. 6. The computer cover of claim 1, wherein said display screen cover and said keyboard cover are transparent. 7. The computer cover of claim 6, wherein said computer cover is sized to fit various models of portable and laptop computers. 8. The computer cover of claim 7, wherein said cover further comprises an acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) or a polycarbonate construction. 9. The computer cover of claim 8, wherein said plurality of decorative elements comprise at least one (1) of the following in any combination: multiple colors, graphic styles, surface textures, graphic printing, flames, sports-themed logos, hero-themed logos, entertainment icons, and company logos. 10. A method of protecting a portable computer with a decorative protective cover comprising the following steps: providing said cover further comprising: a display screen cover forming a pocket structure therefor a display screen portion of said portable computer, further comprising: a first panel located on an outer surface of said display screen cover and expanding outwardly to form a wrap-around first edge on outer three (3) edges and a hinge edge of said first panel; wherein said first edge does not interfere with a hinge thereof said portable computer; and, wherein said display screen cover does not impede a view thereof said display screen portion; a keyboard cover forming a pocket structure therefor a keyboard portion of said portable computer, further comprising: a second panel located on an outer surface of said keyboard cover and expanding outwardly so as to form a wrap-around second edge on an outer perimeter of said second panel; and, a third panel located on an inner portion of said keyboard cover; wherein said second edge does not interfere with said hinge thereof said portable computer; and, wherein said third panel does not impede an operation thereof said keyboard portion; a plurality of removable sections located thereon said second edge, said second panel, and said third panel thereof said keyboard cover, wherein said plurality of removable sections comprise a perforated portion selectively removable by a user; and, a plurality of decorative elements located thereon said display screen cover and said keyboard cover portion; wherein said display screen cover and said keyboard cover portion are manufactured of a resilient scratch-resistant plastic; wherein said plurality of removable sections provide access to permit operation of at least one (1) interface element; and, wherein said portable computer cover provides a means to personalize and protect a portable computer; installing said display screen cover onto said display screen portion of said portable computer by gently flexing said display screen cover and forcing said first edge over an outer peripheral feature until obtaining a secure and complete fit around said display screen; installing said keyboard cover onto said keyboard portion of said portable computer by gently flexing said keyboard cover and forcing said second edge and said third panel over an outer peripheral features and obtaining a secure and complete fit around said keyboard portion; removing a removable section from said keyboard cover that corresponds with an interface element located on said personal computer to provide an access opening thereto; repeating the previous step as necessary to provide access to all desired interface elements located thereon said personal computer; verifying for a proper alignment thereof said access opening in said keyboard cover with respect to said all desired interface elements; using said portable computer in an expected manner as needed; replacing or exchanging said cover with a new cover comprising a variety of different decorative elements; and, enjoying the decorative appearance, personal expression and protection of said portable computer. 11. The method of claim 10 comprising the additional step of: providing said cover comprising a transparent material; and, decorating said computer cover with stickers, paints or other user-applied artistic and personalized items.