Tip Or Trick For Your Computer

Restart your computer

This has become a cliché but it solves many desktop and laptop problems. It's quick and easy so is always worth trying first. If your computer screen has frozen you can usually force a shut down by holding down the power button until the computer turns off, then start up again.

If it won't turn off, you can force a complete shut down - with a desktop PC by turning off the power at the mains and a laptop by removing and replacing the battery.

Back up your files often

Even small problems, such as your computer running slowly, could be symptomatic of a bigger issue. To avoid losing important files and photos if the problem escalates, back up all your files – the Which? guide to how to back up your data explains how.

Run computer security checks

If things aren't working as smoothly as they should or you're frequently experiencing problems, run a security software update. Some particularly malicious malware or viruses can stop your computer from starting, but more commonly they will just make your system sluggish. A security scan will put your mind at rest and will let you rule out malicious attacks at an early stage.

But here’s the tip.. Don’t install more than one Antivirus

Remove recently installed programs

If your computer has problems just after you've installed a device or a software program – whether you've installed it from a disc or downloaded it from the internet - uninstall the last piece of software you put on your system. To do this safely and fully, go to the Windows Control Panel (accessed from your Start menu) and select 'Add or remove programs'. Once you've uninstalled the program, check for improvement. If everything's working OK again, you can try reinstalling.

Check for duplicate programs

Problems can arise if you have two versions of the same program running (for example, if you've reinstalled a piece of software to get the latest version rather than using the program's update option). You can check if you have multiple versions of the same program running using the Windows Control Panel, which lists all programs you've downloaded to your computer. If you spot duplicates, uninstall both versions, and then try reinstalling (if you're installing from a disc, you may also need to check online for updates).

Keep away from foreign usb

If your friend give u a usb and ask for an item, u better ask them their email which is safer, u can attach a file to it and send it so u will safe from any harm they bring from the usb.