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Common Computer Problems and Solutions
Submitted By: marc abraham in Computer Tips category
 It is always important that one maintains the computer well. Maintenance of your PC will increase its speed and prevent errors, which will be good for saving your money which you might have to spend on its repair. Proper maintenance of your PC also saves the time which you will have to waste in case of an error. But despite, good maintenance of your PC, a few of the common problems may occur. Here are a few of the common problems and solutions. –
You might have several doubts in your mind about simple errors in your computer such as;
- The performance of my computer has slowed.
Answer – Slow performance of the computer is the most common problem faced by the computer users. The reasons behind this could be fragmented data, corrupt registry, and other unwanted programs. This problem can be corrected mainly by cleaning up the unwanted data. You can even try to clean up your registry, de-fragmenting your hard drive. You can also scan for adware, spyware or viruses in your computer. Try and adjust your computer’s visual effects.
- There are lock-ups, freezes and blue screens of death on my computer.
Answer - This problem is slightly serious and requires more attention. You should up-date your anti-spyware as in maximum of the cases this problem occurs due to glitch in the functioning of the spyware. If the problem does not get solved yet, then you should update your hardware drivers. Increasing the virtual memory also can help freezes. These steps can be very helpful in solving computer problems mentioned in the question.
- My computer spontaneously reboots itself or turns off.
Answer - It is usually due to the power supply. When the power supply is dying, or if there is a dirty or defective cooling fan, this problem occurs. The PC tries to cool itself automatically by switching off. If there is even a bit of extra heat coming out the computer, you should clean the fan and make sure that it runs properly. If the fan is functioning properly, then you should check the power supply. Always make sure that the cables are attached properly and tightly.
- My computer makes strange kind of noises.
Answer - The computer is made up of a number of parts and if any of them gets unhinged, the noises are obvious to be heard. These noises could be because your computer has got heated up. The sounds like whining and squealing could be because of the electronic components. The first step should be removing the cover and run the computer. If the problem is still not traceable then your computer needs a computer techie.
You can follow these tips to solve the computer problems which are given above to solve the erratic behavior of your computer. But it is necessary to keep your computer clean to avoid such problems in your PC. Proper maintenance of your computer can easily solve the common computer problems.
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