If you’re reading this, then you probably have had your fair share of computer issues. You may even be experiencing problems right now and are looking for a solution to fix the issue. Luckily, there are a few simple solutions to handling common computer problems. Try the following the next time you run into trouble with your laptop or PC:
- Close programs you are not using. Oftentimes, slow computers are caused by too many programs simultaneously running in the background. In a professional environment, it’s common to have numerous programs open at once, such as email, the internet, a messaging program like Zoom or Skype, etc. Closing out of anything that you aren’t currently using or won’t use again in the next hour can increase your computer’s performance.
- Restart your program. Sometimes programs will run slowly, freeze, or cause your computer to freeze. If you are able to close out of the program and reopen it, this will sometimes allow the program to run properly again.
- Restart your computer. If your computer is running slowly or freezing, restarting the whole machine can fix these issues. The effectively restarts all programs, flushes the memory, can improve speed performance, and can even solve internet connection issues.
- Check with the people around you. Sometimes the issues that you are experiencing are not just affecting you and are a system wide problem. If you are experiencing internet issues, are unable to print, can’t make a call, etc., be sure to check with the people around you to see if they are having similar issues as well.
- Call PrydeTech. When in doubt, call PrydeTech. We offer fully managed IT services to small businesses in the DFW area and look forward to helping you with any IT issues that you are experiencing! You can call us at (817) 203-1054, or email us at info@prydetech.com.
