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20 Common Computer Problems and Solutions (a Third Grader Can Do)
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16. I received a lot of requests for copies of a document I published a year ago, Troubleshooting Common Computer Problems. At the suggestion of Edtech Sandy (aka Sandy Kendell), I tried to
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17. 1. nc ii says:
August 20, 2011 at 10:15 pm
Gee thanks for this wonderful post! You always give us great information. I personally find this interesting and really clears me off from my questions.
I’m, beginning to know that I really learn lesser than I knew..
Anyway,
thanks mate!
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o Jacqui Murray says:
August 21, 2011 at 7:34 am
I’m always surprised how many parents of my students don’t know these simple solutions. They think I’m brilliant when their children come home with these fixes. Hehe.
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[...] you read my post claiming WordPress didn’t allow Google Docs, that’s old news now. It seems WordPress [...]
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3. Nicolene Esperanza Menezes says:
July 4, 2012 at 1:48 am
Hi, I’m Nicolene Esperanza Menezes and I am from Cape Town, South Africa. I have a problem; When i turn my p.c on It powers up and makes one beep which is good but my monitor doesn’t go on even
though my monitor goes on when any other p.c is connected to it. What is the problem and how do i solve it. Thank you.
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o Jacqui Murray says:
July 4, 2012 at 7:39 am
Hi Nicole, I’m sure you wiggled the plugs–that’s always a good starting point. Then unplug, count to ten and replug. Sometimes (more times than you’d believe) that fixes it.
If there’s no joy, it sounds like either the software for the video card in the computer box–the CPU–or the hardware itself. Is it still under warranty? Or, can you have someone check that?
Good luck! This is definitely a problem a third grader can’t solve!
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4. arjun says:
July 5, 2012 at 4:12 pm
18. i double click on the icon then a circle actually rotates near da curser and in another ten second it goes off …. tats it the applications are not working …it happens for fifa 10 and fifa 12
but not with all
in starting wen i tried fifa 12 it showed some dl_dx is missing and i used da dxl fixer and after tat i didnt get a mesage but instead am getting da circle rotates near da curser and goes …the app is not working..
.wat am i supposed to do
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o Jacqui Murray says:
July 6, 2012 at 7:44 am
What app are you trying to use?
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5. Irechukwu Confidence says:
August 14, 2012 at 7:50 am
pls I need a solution to my problem.
My del laptop can not detect any external accessories or peripheral if I insert in my laptop port hub.
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o Jacqui Murray says:
August 14, 2012 at 7:55 am
Check your drivers for the port. They may need an update. I have a similar problem right now with my HDMI port.
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6. anita says:
August 16, 2012 at 5:36 am
why cpu makes a beep sound.
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o Jacqui Murray says:
August 16, 2012 at 8:39 am
Many beep sounds are standard. Is it giving you a problem?
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7. abs says:
August 17, 2012 at 4:24 am
i see a green line left side of my screen. it is present even in the time of booting. will you tell me a solution ? pls…….
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o Jacqui Murray says:
August 17, 2012 at 8:54 am
It sounds like a hardware issue. How old is the monitor?
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abs says:
August 18, 2012 at 4:18 am
just 2 years
Jacqui Murray says:
August 18, 2012 at 7:05 am
That’s not very old. Monitors should last 5+ years. It could be a driver issue, but those are hard to diagnose via internet. Are your video drivers up to date?
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23. procedure to solve the problem. The following are a few common problems and solutions to help you overcome the technical snag.
After Power Outage
Today there are many sudden power outages, voltage problems and spikes that can damage computers. These damages cause many technical and
software snags and interrupt your work. This leads to loss of data, damage to the hardware, etc. due to sudden power outage. This is a solution to this
trouble is use of uninterrupted power supply (UPS). The UPS can provide a constant flow of energy to the computer, even if you encounter a sudden
power outage. This will provide you with ample time to save your data and shut down your PC, if needed.
Computer Performance has Slowed Down
You may notice your computer has slowed down considerably and even a simple command execution takes ages. This is because your computer is loaded
with unnecessary files, fragmented data, corrupted registry, spyware programs, services, software, etc. that makes your computer slow down. Thus, you
need to manage your programs and delete unnecessary data and software that you do not use or need, clean your registry regularly to help boost at
least 30% of your computer performance speed.
No Sound from Speakers
You are in the mood to listen to some groovy music on your PC, but you get no sound from speakers, the solution to is to check the back of the computer
and see if all the connectors are properly connected. The speaker or single stereo speaker plug should be put into the socket on the soundcard that has a
mark Audio Out.
Computer Monitor Displays Fuzzy Images
A computer monitor is the display unit of the computer that is sensitive to electro-magnetic radiations. These electro-magnetic radiations are transmitted
from the TV, radio, microwaves, dishwashers, washing machines, speakers, etc. Mobile phones transmit electro-magnetic radiations that is one of the
main cause of monitor displaying fuzzy images. Thus, move away these disturbances away from the monitor and this problem with computer monitor will
be fixed.
Computer Freezes with Blue Screen Hijacking Your Display
There are many problems that can cause your computer screen to freeze and blue screen to appear. This screen is called the Blue Screen of Death
(BSOD). This may be due to a spyware or computer viruses that have affected your computer. You need to update your anti-spyware and scan your
computer for any viruses. If your computer is free from any such malicious software, then you may need to update your hardware drive. A hardware
drive that is not updated may cause the CPU to lock up and interrupt working of the computer. If you find the problem cropping up even after a hardware
drive update, then you may need to increase computer RAM. When you increase the RAM, the computing power increases and you will also be able to
avoid the computer freeze. At times, BSOD may appear due to critical errors in the driver, software or registry problems. Windows may have to repair or
reinstall missing components. If you do not find any visible cause, it would be wise to call the computer technician.
Computer Reboots Itself Again and Again
Another common problem with computers. In order to fix the problem of rebooting itself again and again, you will need to check the hardware. You may
have a faulty power supply, defective or dirty cooling fan, etc., that may cause the computer to reboot again and again. The dust that accumulates on the
fan, makes it heat up faster and in order to cool down the computer automatically switches off. Thus, clean the fan and check for power supply. Following
these simple steps will help you to solve these problems with computer.
Computer Makes Strange Noises
Noises and vibrations from your computer are a hardware problem. Many electronic parts can make high pitch noises. You need to switch off your
computer and unplug it from the power supply. Now remove the case from the CPU and restart your computer. Locate the origin of noise and then switch
off the computer and unplug it. It may be a faulty fan, loose wire or screw. This means you will need to call the computer technician to help you solve
your problems with computer, regarding these type of problems.
Windows Having Problems in Shutting Down Properly
You may have come across the message 'Windows Shutting Down' instead of 'It is now safe to switch off you computer'. This is because a program has
not unloaded itself properly that makes the computer insist to run a scandisk the next time you switch on. You need to close all the programs before your
shut down your PC and if it is not done, the computer waits for the program to close. It may happen you get the message 'Do you want to shut this
program down or wait' or you may not. When you don't get such a message it results in what we call the hanging of the operating system. The solution is
not to install Direct X whenever you install a game. Most games have their version of Direct X that makes the files out of sync. Thus, install the latest
version of Direct X and not the games version. You may need to also check USB devices, task scheduler, virus scanners, etc. and reinstall them if
necessary. This will lead to correct installation and the problems with computer may reduce.
Computer Gives Error Messages on Start-up
Many times when you switch on you computer you see error messages on your screen. These messages may appear such as, abclink.xyz missing or
damaged - press any key to continue. If you see this message, you need to press keys for about 8 to 10 times, before Windows actually resumes. This
happens when you delete a program instead of actually un-installing it. If you wish to get rid of any program, go to Control panel ---> Programs --->
Programs and Features. Here, you will find a list of programs installed on your computer. Select the specific you wish to delete and click on Uninstall. The
program will be removed from your system and next time you switch on your PC, you will not get any error messages saying a link is missing.
Low Virtual Memory
Do you keep getting an annoying message that says 'system running low on virtual memory'? If yes, it means your computer is running short of RAM,
that is, Random Access Memory. So, to solve this problem, you need to increase the size of your computer memory. Windows 7 users need at least 1 GB
of RAM, Windows Vista needs 512 MB of Ram and Windows XP requires minimum 256 MB RAM. Visit your local computer dealer and purchase more
memory from him. The dealer may even install the memory for you. This will help you get rid of low virtual memory.
You can avoid these problems if you are aware of the various steps needed for computer maintenance. You should read the manual given with computer
before you begin using it. Yes, the manual may sound Greek to you, but it's always better to know the simple precautions to be taken. The
troubleshooting is not an easy task. If you do not understand anything or are still apprehensive about these troubleshooting, then it is a better idea to
consult a computer technician. You have many articles on the Internet that help you find solutions to various problems with computer. You do not need to
