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How To Deal With A Computer Running Slow And Fix My Computer Errors

Computer problem often starts due to many reasons. We need to confirm the exact reason for the problem that is causing your pc to run slow and creating problems for you. We need to check the RAM, Pc Cables, Monitor, and also that if the problem is at the time of Computer Booting chances are that it is due to Registry problem.

Author: Kay Brenner
Date: Jan 19, 2010 - 2:53:08 AM

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Recovering from a PC Catastrophe

Have you ever dealt with a PC that just wouldn’t boot?   Ever have a memory lapse and forget your Windows password?   Or have you ever composed an angry email and wished that you could turn back time and un-send it?   Let’s explore several helpful tips that’ll have you recovering from a PC catastrophe with ease.

What is it with computers and their “silent” personality?   I mean, when something goes awry it isn’t immediately obvious what the root cause is.   If you’ve ever found yourself in this frustratingly precarious situation, you’ll know the sense of apprehension that seizes hold of your mind.   What do I do if I can’t boot my PC?  Did I just lose all of my data?   Annoying questions like these are apt to swirl around in your brain the moment you realize your PC is ill and needs human intervention. This is the time you feel the need of a Pc Doctor to improve your computer performance.

Why won’t my PC Boot Up?

Sadly, the causes for a stubborn PC that won’t boot are too numerous to list in this article; put simply, it could be anything, a myriad of variables all culminating into the problem that you’re experiencing.   First and foremost, you must determine whether the cause of the problem is hardware related, software related, or a combination of both.   It’s probably a good idea to put on your detective hat, as you’ll need to play computer detective if you wish to get to and resolve the crux of your technological problem. Once you have detected the pc error you can easily tune up your pc.

Computer often boots slow due to problem in its Window Registry System. To get out of it we need to clean the pc for junk files and other corrupt registry files.

Check your PC’s Cables

Thank your lucky stars if a loose or disconnected cable is the culprit, as the problem can be fixed in a matter of seconds.   Check behind your PC, making sure all your cables are connected to their proper ports and are tightly secure; next, check your outlets to make sure that everything that needs to be plugged in, is.   Once you’ve spot checked all your PC’s cables, give it another boot and see what happens.

Power Supply Check

If your PC’s power supply perishes, nothing will work properly.   Fire up your PC and listen for signs of life from your power supply unit; you’ll most likely notice its fan spinning.   Also, listen for the whirl of your hard drive as it spins its platters.   If you don’t hear anything, then your PSU will need to be replaced if you wish to resurrect your computer.   If you need hard proof of a dead PSU, you can purchase a voltage tester that’s made to test the voltage output of your power supply unit.   Before you do anything drastic, make sure that the problem doesn’t lie in your house’s circuit breaker; for verification, try plugging in another device to see if it’s getting the proper electrical juice.

Monitor Check

If your power supply appears to be functioning properly but you don’t see anything on your screen, try plugging in a different monitor to rule out the possibility of a blown display.   If your display seems to be OK, make sure your graphics card cable is secure in its port; also, swap out your old graphics card cable for a new one to see if it’s the cable’s fault.   You may discover that you’ve a bad graphics card.   If your PC has an on-board graphics port, try using it to see if you can get anything on the screen; if you can, you’ll need to replace your graphics card, or you can simply use the on-board graphics port if it suits your needs.

RAM Check

Ram also causes severe computer problems. If all the above checks come up clean, your PC problems may stem from the use of bad memory.   If you’ve multiple memory modules in your computer, take one out at a time and perform a reboot.   If your PC boots properly, then the recently uninstalled module is the problem.

The above cursory checks are an excellent way to begin your PC fixing mission.   When your PC just won’t boot up, go through the list, and chances are that you’ll discover the problem that’s ailing your PC, and you’ll be able to remedy the situation.

By checking all the above mentioned, you will be able to remove the pc error and improve your computer performance. Enjoy working on your computer with a much faster pc now.  

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