For some reason, when I'm trying to check my e-mail or something like that my computer freezes up. I don't know why or what's causing it, but how do I make it stop?
2006-12-24 12:21:06 · 8 answers · asked by Ms. Williams 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
I would highly recommend you scan your computer for virus's and spyware as this is usually the culprit behind freezing. If you don't want to pay for antivirus and antispyware software try this:
AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition and AVG Anti-Spyware:
http://free.grisoft.com
Make sure to download both tools and run a scan in each. Good luck, I hope this helps you
2006-12-24 12:23:19 · answer #1 · answered by pogo730 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the most common reasons for a computer freeze ups is multiple
programs running in the background eating up valuable memory and processor speed. and when was the last time you defraged
the hard drive, removed unwanted/ not used files/cookies, did a virus/spyware/adware scan. do you leave the computer on all the time? you may need to do a soft re-boot if you do before you get back on line. hope some of this helps, and merry chistmas and happy new year.
2006-12-24 12:48:03 · answer #2 · answered by barrbou214 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the lock ups. The term used quit often. I would check the resources on you computer and find out whats what. It could be many things. Some will say psu virus RAM ET. I would do a RAM up grade after I have done a virus scan..But thats me.
2006-12-24 13:04:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anointed71 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-23 15:53:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may have downloaded something that has spy /add ware in it so you need to Scan it for virus and add wire if you don't have a good program to do this you need to get one now. I use trend micro which works very good. You can also download a free program from the net. Just type in add wire or spy wire
2006-12-24 12:32:51 · answer #5 · answered by roy40372 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would start with running your anti-virus protection. Boot the computer into Safe Mode (F8 key) then run your anti-virus software.
2006-12-24 12:30:13 · answer #6 · answered by lv_consultant 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your computer is not working properly while you are working on it, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software.
Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yk5zpr
2006-12-24 13:13:42 · answer #7 · answered by gira 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe it is old
but try deleting stuff and always turn it off the proper way
2006-12-24 12:28:18 · answer #8 · answered by Praiser in the storm 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋