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Friday, June 4, 2010

What Happened To My Windows?

Have you ever tried installing software into your computer only to end up getting a myriad of problems? Sometimes it could be that your speakers are not working or maybe the screen is blank or perhaps you just can't seem to access the program. This could be due to incompatibility of the software with your windows.

Windows related problem are common to any user but one should not fear it because you can just troubleshoot it yourself. Thus you would not need the service of an IT expert. If you do encounter windows related problems after installing certain software, you can simply restore the computer back to its original status. Yes! In Windows, you can turn time back.

The term used is 'System Restore' and it could be accessed by clicking the start button. Once you have done so, go to 'All Programs' and scroll the list to find the icon that reads 'Accessories'. Then scroll down until you see 'System Tools'You should then be able to locate the icon 'System Restore.?

'System Restore' is useful when it comes to troubleshooting because it could tell you whether Windows is acting weird simply due to software incompatibility or certain hardware within the computer is nearing its death day.

The steps on using the 'System Restore' are to just follow the instructions listed on the wizard. When wary of installing new software, you could also create a checkpoint whereby you can restore your computer to the nearest date. This way, you could avoid losing precious data. However you should not worry about losing too much data because this tool works in such a way that it only reverts back the computer to its original state according to a checkpoint you have chosen without deleting any data that was saved within those few days you have installed your software.

Nonetheless, when your software is unresponsive although you tried to shut it down, you could always tap on the 'magic buttons' on your keyboard to access Window's miracle. Just press Ctrl + Alt + Del, and out pops Windows Task Manager.

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