COMPUTER TIPS

A STOP code often called a bug check or bug check code is a number that uniquely identifies a specific STOP error (Blue Screen of Death). Sometimes the safest thing a computer can do when it encounters a problem is to stop everything and restart. When this happens, a STOP code is often displayed A STOP code can be used to troubleshoot the specific issue that caused the Blue Screen of Death. Most STOP codes are due to problems with a device driver or your computer's RAM, but other codes can imply problems with other hardware or software. STOP codes are sometimes referred to as  STOP error numbers, blue screen error codes,  or  BC Codes . Important:  A STOP code or bug check code is not the same as a system error code, a Device Manager error code, a POST code, or an HTTP status code. Some STOP codes share code numbers with some of these other types of error codes but they are completely differe...

There are  thousands  of problems that your computer could have, from an endless list of possible error messages to various hardware failures. Most of those problems might have several possible causes as well. Luckily, the majority of these potential issues are rare. The problems most computer users encounter are common errors and failures, seen by countless others. That's actually great news, because it means that chances are good that your problem has been well documented and can probably be solved by YOU! Below is a list of a few of the most common PC problems that I see from my clients and readers: 01 of 04 Computer Won't Turn On Unfortunately, finding that your PC won't even start is a very, very common problem. Whether you mean that the computer is completely dead, it powers on but nothing happens, or it just never quite finishes booting, the result is the same - you can't use your computer at all. Let me tell you... it's...

Websites that allow easy downloads of single DLL files seem like the answer you've been looking for when you get one of those annoying "DLL not found" or "DLL is missing" errors. Consider this your fair warning -  DLL download sites should almost always be avoided , even though they sometimes provide a quick fix. There are other, perfectly safe and acceptable ways of fixing DLL problems without resorting to downloading individual DLL files from these sites. Skip to the  How To Fix DLL Problems the Right Way  at the bottom of this page or continue reading for several very important reasons why you should avoid downloading dll files: DLL Download Sites are Not Approved Sources for DLL Files DLL files are created and distributed by companies that develop software. Sometimes that software company is Microsoft, sometimes it is not. Many companies create DLL files as part of their software packages. A stable, clean, and updated copy of any DLL...

Sometimes your computer turns on as you'd expect, you get to the Windows login screen, but then something happens. Your computer might freeze up, reboot on its own, or just stop and not respond to anything you do. Maybe you see the login screen but after entering your password, nothing happens. On the other hand, maybe you can log in but then Windows freezes and you have to reboot manually. Then again maybe Windows seems to start but your desktop never shows up and all you can do is move your mouse around a blank screen. Regardless of the specifics, this is the troubleshooting guide to use if Windows starts most of the way but you can't get logged in or your desktop never fully loads. Important:  If you don't even get to the Windows login screen, or you see any kind of error message, see How To Fix a Computer That Won't Turn On for some better troubleshooting steps for your specific problem. Difficulty:  Average Time Required:  Anywhere ...