Ten common problems and
solution for PC
Find and prevent problems of your computer
1:Slowness of computer:
It is on of the common
problem of all . slowness of computer may cause many kind of frustrations, but there is something you can do for the problem
before you replace your computer .Lack of maintenance is most common reason for
the slowness of computer . Many kind of
unnecessary programs running at the same time Fragmented data, spyware and a corrupted registry easily eat at
the speed of your PC.
Solution : Remember the name and date of installed program ..Uninstall those
program you never use and close
the programs after you have used them. Always
clean pc registry with one of the
many free or paid applications available for Windows. After doing these ,these will easily be able to make your PC up to 30%
faster. And regularly run Disk
Defragmenter and stop unwanted programs starting with Windows by running
MSconfig:
2:Computer freezes:
This is a common and far more serious problem than slowness of PC. Mainly viruses are responsible for this problem and spyware that has been installed on your PC.
Viruses can enterby click on a link of a
fake website from an email .Most of the time email is being sent from what
looks like your bank, Paypal, Facebook or similar. There is a statistics that last
year an increase in malware infections
coming from Facebook-related fraudsters among their customers.
Some times this problem caused by
hardware like some memory you just installed - or recent software
updates, including Windows Update.
Solution : Always check the link before clicking it, check it by
holding the cursor over it and see the link's full address. If it look
suspicious dont click. Always remember
never share your passwords or credit card information with anyone, Though it seems
bank want to verify your account. Hackers use this a clever phishing trick to gain access
to your money. Always keep your antivirus and anti-spyware software updated .
Almost all the antivirus programs can be
set to automatically to check for new updates.The problem may also be occured
due to outdated hardware drivers . Regularly check for updated versions of
hardware drivers. your computer to stop responding and freeze if you use
outdated drivers
If you realize the problem is hardware
related, uninstall any component you
recently installed, or removing or unplugging unnecessary hardware .Then
booting your PC to see the problem goes away or not. You can also try
using Windows Restore to roll back to a previous restore point.
3: Forgot to backup
data:
Still these home
ussers are overlooked the backup data.People store all the Important documents,
photos, music libraries and emails on computer's hard drive which is a
mechanical and electrical device . but they lost all data for ever when hard
disk break dwon.And unfortunately they
cannot gather the data from the drive.The
manufacturer may be replace it but the storage lost .
Solution : The solution is make backup to an external hard drive, server or
cloud service. If you back up to another
hard drive, you should keep it another
safe place. Backup Must be operates independently and automacally whether you
remember to do it or not. You can can
access your data from anywhere in the world if you use online backup this is a great advantage . Online backup donot affected by natural disasters,Most
online services keep back up of their back up so they give 100% security guaranty
(complete).
4: Bored with adware and changing Home page:
Home users do not
notice that they often accept a new toolbar .Sometimes they download free programs such as Adobe
Reader. Adobe Reader offers the Google
Chrome internet browser as part of its download. Though Adobe and Google are reputable companies,.Some
free downloads may install toolbars or
other applications that can contain malicious code that hijacks your browser and
changes all the settings. Then your home
page is changed to another website that
you can't then change back.On the other hand , annoying pop-up messages with
advertisements constantly displayed on
screen every time you try to browse the internet.
Solution: Before downloading a new program read the conditions attentively . After the damage it is difficult to remove the program. Follow the instructions found when looking
for information about the specific problem on Google. There are may few
people who have had the same challenge and have described
the solution on the internet. If you have no technical knowledge , professional PC support
may be the solution.
5 :Internet
connection problems
There are many reasons
for internet connection problems . These are the most common network misconfigurations, hardware or
software errors in the router, latency from your Internet Service Provider,
incorrect IP address configuration, incorrect connection of network cables,
firewall applications that block http traffic from your PC or temporary
timeouts your ISP.
Solution: Check that the Wi-Fi is enabled on your computer - laptops
often have a button, switch or Function key combination somewhere on your
computer or keyboard. Check that the network icon on your computer is connected
or if there is a yellow warning signal or it is disabled. If it is connected,
call your network provider or get hold on someone with more knowledge on IT.
If Wi-Fi is disabled,
you must check whether the cable is connected properly or if wifi is not on. If
there is a yellow warning, you must reboot the router. If this does not work,
try pressing Start in Windows XP, Vista or 7 and typing "cmd" into
the search box and click enter. Then a black box pops up where you can type
"ipconfig / release" then "ipconfig / renew". If the
internet is not working now, call your ISP.
6: Computer turns off
by itself
Typically this is due
to dying power supply, bad cable connections, defective battery or overheating
when the computer shuts down by itself to cool down.
Solution: Check first of all that the cables are properly connected. If
the computer is very hot, check if the fan needs cleaning of dust. If it is a
laptop, check whether your battery has deteriorated over time and may need to
be replaced.
7: Smartphone will not
synch with my PC:
In order to ensure
backup of your smartphone, it is important that you regularly synch your phone
content with your computer. When synchronisation does not work as expected may
be due to various factors, depending on the type of smartphone and PC.
Sometimes it is required that all programs are closed, during synching or
backup.
Solution: Close open applications, if required. Be sure to download or
reject the proposed updates that pop up along the way, so synchronization can
be done. Look for the icon of synchronization to appear and check if for
example the latest photos on your smartphone have been transferred to the
computer. Verify the user manual for your device.
8: Wireless network is
unstable:
An unstable wireless
network is a very common problem. It can be caused by everything from radio
waves that interfere with the signal to the router's location in the home or
outdated network drivers.
Solution: If you suspect that it may be your cordless phone, the electric
garage door opener or your radio that interferes with the wireless connection,
it may be an idea to change the radio wifi settings or to move your router. The
latter can also be a solution if you have trouble going online around the house
or in the garden. You can also buy a wireless repeater to extend the signal.
Also make sure that your network driver is always up to date.
9: Problem to print from the web:
Most of us have had
the need to print tickets or documents that we ordered or downloaded from the
web. If your computer's pop-up blocker is turned on, this can cause you to not
be able to print. There are also PDF documents that are rights protected by
passwords and therefore not printable.
Solution: Allow temporary pop-ups. You can find legitimate programs that
can break the code in a protected PDF document, but they are usually only legal
to use if you or your workplace have the copyright to the document.
10: Strange noises from computer:
If your computer
suddenly starts to buzz or vibrate, it can be due to a hardware failure. High,
whining noises may indicate problems with the electrical components, while
buzzing noises are often caused by lack of ventilation.
Solution: Clean the filter and fan for dust and make sure that all air
inlets are free. If you have a laptop, you can try to uninstall and reinstall
your sound drivers. If it is a desktop, it may be that the sound card needs
replacement.
