Computer Tune-Up Guide: How To Fix Common Problems With Your Computer

Computer Tune-Up Guide: How To Fix Common Problems With Your Computer

When using a computer, just like any device, there are many challenges that you face on the way. It's easy to fix the majority of the challenges by following the steps below:

Check power supply

When you try to turn the computer on, it does not turn on. It means there is a power issue. There is no need to worry, as all your data will remain intact and safe. Even after pressing it on several attempts, but there is no response, users can fix it by checking the power supply, peripherals, and battery.

Check the power cable connected to the power source to confirm if it's well connected. If there are no issues, try turning the power off, disconnecting the charger, and connecting again. Power on the computer to see if the problems persist.

Check your battery. Try removing the battery from the laptop and reinserting it again. Try turning the laptop on. Ensure the power switch is on. The last power issue one can check is if the adapter is ok. Try using a different adapter and try to turn the computer on. 

Check your operating system

There are cases where users get a blue screen together with errors when starting their computers. Sometimes the blue screen gets accompanied by error codes indicating what can be the possible causes. If not keen, you may lose all your data.

Operating system updates mainly cause this issue. There are several things users can attempt to solve the problem. Perform a simple restart when you notice that behavior and observe if there will be any changes. When it fails, try using the repair tool provided by Windows operating system to fix the issue. 

Be careful with these steps as they are cautious. The last way is to uninstall all the latest updates installed on the PC and see if it fixes the issue.

Fix peripheral issues

When using a computer, there are many peripherals that one can use. The common ones include a keyboard, mouse, and microphones, which usually fail when using them. Most of them are connected externally and can be stressful when they fail.

Confirm the cable connection to the computer. Most external devices must be well connected, making it easy to know the problem. If no issue gets detected, try changing the cables to see if the device works well.

Another fix is to uninstall all the device drivers and reinstall them. Drivers ensure that the devices communicate well with the computer. Most drivers fail when they get corrupt or outdated. Try updating all the existing drivers to see if there will be any change.

Update your drivers by following the steps below:

• Go to the search bar at the start menu, and search for device manager.
• Right-click on the device drivers you want to update, i.e., mouse or keyboard.
• Click on the Update button and then restart your computer.

Improving computer speed

After buying a new computer, it's fast during the first months of usage. After a while, it starts slowing down. Users start experiencing many difficulties when doing most computer tasks like opening new tabs and documents, starting your computer, and printing after some time.

There are several methods to increase computer performance. Most of the issues arise from the allocation of hardware resources. There are other causes, but this is the leading cause. 

Some common methods we can use to fix this issue include increasing the RAM and hard disk size, hard disk defragmentation, updating your software, and scanning viruses and malware.

Cleaning the computer

Some computers produce abnormal noise when using them. Its main cause is a lot of dirt and dust. Clean it using a leaf blower or a blower to remove all the particles. Remember also to check your DVD ROM and remove any discs that may also result in noise.

Check the fan

When using your computer and it overheats, check its fan. When there is a higher temperature, especially during charging, the fan runs a lot at high speeds causing the overheating issue. There are several ways to manage the fan speed if it exceeds the normal speed.

There are several applications for checking fan temperature. If the app shows any abnormal temperature, it's your time to control it.

Checking your Internet connections

The internet speed becomes slow, interrupting your normal efficiency. There are several fixes users can apply to get everything back. It's a common problem, and there are numerous ways to fix that.

• Restart the computer with internet devices like routers, switches, and modems. If it persists, try resetting the router and see if the speed will change.
• If you are on WiFi, check its signal. If it's weak, try changing the position and tweaking it using different tricks that will increase the internet speed. 
• The last fix is to stop all the background processes, like updates that use most of the internet. Use the task manager to get all the activities and stop them as fast as possible. Contact your Internet Service Provider(ISP) if there are no changes.

Fixing Automatic Restarts

Users experience cases where their computer restarts automatically without any notice. This behavior has many causes, including viruses, malware, and corrupt drivers. You can fix the issue by deleting any bad registry files, updating all the software drivers, and checking the hardware issues.

Most hardware issues ranging from RAM, hard disk, and other external devices like keyboards and mouses. Turn on your antivirus software and perform a virus scan to see if any computer files got infected.

Fixing Beeping Sound

When you hear a beeping sound, the problem usually comes from the motherboard, and it's all about fixing your RAM. If the RAM gets out of its slot, the PC produces a beeping sound and won't restart or function. Try fixing this by removing the RAM, cleaning its slot, and reinserting it; the sound will disappear.

What Are The Common Computer Problems?

A virus is a program that replicates itself without permission. Viruses are spread via email attachments, USB drives, and even social networks. There are many types of viruses including worms, Trojan horses, spyware, and adware. A virus can cause damage to your computer's operating system and files. If you have ever received a pop-up message saying that your computer was infected with a virus, you may have been exposed to a virus.

Malware is short for malicious software. Malicious software is any software designed to perform actions outside of its intended purpose. Malware includes viruses, Trojans, rootkits, and spyware. Malware can steal personal information, change settings, slow down your computer, or make it crash. You should always keep your anti-virus software updated to protect yourself from malware.

Spam is an unsolicited bulk email sent to people who did not ask for it. Spammers use computers to send spam messages to millions of people at once. Spam messages often advertise products or services that are irrelevant to the recipient. Spam messages are annoying and can clog up your inbox.

Slow performance means that your computer takes longer than normal to complete tasks. Your computer might take longer to open programs, load web pages, or search for files. Slow performance could mean that your hard drive is full, your RAM (random access memory) is running low, or your CPU (central processing unit) is overloaded.

Overheating occurs when your computer gets too hot. When your computer overheats, it slows down and becomes unstable. To prevent overheating, turn off unnecessary features on your computer. Also, clean out your computer fan vents regularly.

Hard drive failure happens when your hard drive stops working properly. A failing hard drive makes it difficult to save data and causes errors while opening files. If you notice that your hard drive is making unusual noises or slowing down, replace it immediately.

Software problems occur when your computer fails to run certain applications correctly. Common software problems include missing drivers, incompatible software versions, and corrupted installation files.

Simplified list of common computer problems

Some of the common computer problems include the following:

• The computer failed to start during the bootup process.
• The computer screen becomes blank.
• Abnormal function of the installed operating system.
• Computer screen freezing.
• Slow computer.
• The computer produces strange noises.
• Overheating when using the computer or when charging.
• The keyboard makes a clicking noise without typing anything.
• The computer not turning on.
• Slow internet speed.
• The computer has a blue screen.
• Low-resolution screen.
• Audio issues.

Conclusion

Computer problems happen in daily life, and it's frustrating. All computer users need to understand how to change the settings and the computer's problem. If the issues become tough to solve, visit any repair shop for more help.

Do you have a computer that has numerous issues? Have you tried using the above troubleshooting tips and watched several videos but still face the same challenge? Our team of experienced technicians fixes all computer issues. Contact us, and we will be happy to help.