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Troubleshooting PC computer problems is a huge pain in the butt. I know precisely how you feel.

In this article, I’ll discuss 5 very simple steps to troubleshoot most PC laptop and desktop problems, from software to hardware, from Windows to Macs.

Step 1. Determine if it’s a hardware or software problem

Usually it’s a stupid performance problem – either a very slow computer, or your monitor flickers, or the internet isn’t working.

Computer performance issues are 85% of the time caused by software – and 85% of the time it’s a Windows OS computer because they just fuck up a lot.

Macs are built simpler and cleaner – with less viruses and malware. You have fewer worries and fewer hackers trying to beat the shit out of it.

Step 2. If it’s a software problem, uninstall the bad program

How do you find the offending program? Whatever software app loads and causes your computer to freeze, or is running when your laptop/desktop is super slow is probably the culprit.

You can also run an Antivirus program or Resource management program to determine which software applications are hogging the most resources or behaving erratically.

Then, remove the offending software program. Install the latest version, making sure you download patches for any driver updates.

Reboot the offending computer – this should solve it.

Step 3. If it’s a hardware issue, isolate the equipment and get a replacement

Let’s say it’s your disc drive. Your DVD/CD drive isn’t burning DVDs, doesn’t read a CD, or simply keeps making clicking sounds for no good reason.

There are only two choices – replace the bad drive, or find a local PC computer repair company (unless you’re still under warranty, have patience, and want to test manufacturer PC computer support).

Step 4. Cleanse your computer thoroughly

This means both the software and hardware. Use a pressured wind spigot can to clear dust from your keyboard, monitor, mouse, wire ports, and speakers. Keeping small particles out of your hardware parts clean while prolong their useful life.

Then, do a software cleaning. Defragment your data drive. Install any new updates to your Windows OS and key support components like anti-virus program.

In addition, remove programs that you only “use rarely”. Delete files and mp4s and docs that you don’t want to keep. Use something like CCleaner to repair the registry and key drivers and remove DLL files.

Step 5. Turn your computer off and let it cool down

Don’t reboot your PC – that’s critical. Turn it off, unplug the power outlet, and let it rest for 24 hours. Often hardware is simply exhausted and needs to cool down for a short period to let key parts run smoothly once again.

That finishes our rundown of computer troubleshooting help!

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