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There are many possible reasons why your business computer keeps crashing. Here are some of the most common causes and how to fix them:

  • Overheating: If your computer is overheating, it can cause it to crash. Make sure that your computer has good airflow and that the fans are not blocked. You can also try cleaning the dust out of your computer.
  • Outdated drivers: Outdated drivers can cause problems with your computer, including crashes. Make sure that you have the latest drivers installed for your hardware.
  • Corrupted files: Corrupted files can also cause your computer to crash. You can try running a file checker to scan for and fix corrupted files.
  • Viruses or malware: A virus or malware infection can also cause your computer to crash. Run a virus scan to check for and remove any infections.
  • Hardware problems: If your computer’s hardware is faulty, it can also cause it to crash. If you have checked all of the other possible causes and your computer is still crashing, it may be a hardware problem. You will need to take your computer to a repair shop to have it diagnosed and repaired.

Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot a computer that keeps crashing:

  1. Check the error message. If your computer crashes, it will usually display an error message. This message can provide clues about the cause of the problem.
  2. Restart your computer. Sometimes a simple restart can fix the problem.
  3. Update your drivers. Make sure that you have the latest drivers installed for your hardware. You can download the latest drivers from the manufacturer’s website.
  4. Run a virus scan. A virus or malware infection can cause your computer to crash. Run a virus scan to check for and remove any infections.
  5. Use a system restore point. If you have created a system restore point, you can use it to restore your computer to a time when it was working properly.
  6. Reinstall Windows. If all else fails, you may need to reinstall Windows. This will erase all of your data, so make sure to back it up first.

If you are not comfortable troubleshooting your computer yourself, you can contact MDofPC Doctor of Computers for an IT Professional to assist.

admin Changed status to publish September 15, 2023