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Computer Freezing
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Every now and then my computer freezes completely, nothing works at all and I have to switch off and back on again when I get the message "Your computer did not switch off properly etc" I have windows vista running and it is most annoying. Any ideas anyone?
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Also check that the fan is running properly and that all of your computer's ventilation slots are unobstructed. (Overheating is a common cause of computer lock-ups).
1. Run a full scan with your anti-virus software ; and
2. Run a full scan with the free version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware:
http://
Also check that the fan is running properly and that all of your computer's ventilation slots are unobstructed. (Overheating is a common cause of computer lock-ups).
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I've used http:// www.alm ico.com /sfdown load.ph p in the past to check on temperatures. May be worth a try.