Basic troubleshooting steps include remaining calm, checking individual computer modules for defects that could impact the whole system, and using another identical computer for testing if possible. Common issues include failures to start up, freezing at boot up or with error messages, lack of monitor or sound output, inability to connect to the internet, unauthorized messages or connections, and slow performance or freezing during use.

1. Basic PC Trouble Shooting Before Calling the Technician this would save you a lot of money

2. Things to remember about a computer system All computer systems are modular. A problem with a particular module would affect the whole. The trick is to find which module is defective in order to solve the problem It would be extra handy if you have another computer around with the same specs. Do not panic, don’t let your frustration get to you.

3. cases Computer does not start up when I push the power button. Computer boots up but freezes Computer boots up but gets an error message Computer is running but there is no output on the monitor Computer is running but no sound Computer could not connect to the internet

4. Computer is sending messages to my contacts in my email account Pop Ups advertising and porn The computer is trying to connect to another server without your help Computer is slower than its usual speed Compute freezes up while I am using it