Many people start having problems with the computer as time progresses. Many of these problems can be traced to trying to load software that requires more hardware than the original designed capability of the computer. Another problem is the loading of programs that continually sap computer resources. Remember the best method of restoring a computer to its original capabilities is to format and reload the system. Please make sure you have copied your data and have the programs you need on CD to be able to load the computer again.

Another problem with slow computers is loading games and other online software and utilities. Many online offers of free or discounted access and software carry a high price with unwanted additions the run in background.

Adding memory, a new more powerful processor and a more powerful video card may help alleviate the problems associated with a slow computer and computer glitches.

Using computer or software programs that are outdated can be trouble. Using the latest version of operating systems and user programs as bugs that have been found are corrected in newer versions. Make sure you have the latest in device drivers as this is another major concern. 

 Other Patch Solutions that may help!

If your program ceases to function or your program locks up try to uninstall the program - THAT is LEFT click on the START button LEFT click on the SETTINGS then LEFT click on CONTROL PANEL. When the control panel is on the desk top DOUBLE click on the ADD/REMOVE SOFTWARE icon. In the add/remove panel HIGH-LITE the program ( one left click ) and then left click on the ADD/REMOVE bar in the panel just below the program window. FOLLOW the directions that follow for removal of the program. When the program has been removed you should restart your computer.....

Run the scandisk program to make sure the drive directory structures, the file access table and the sectors are in good order. Click on start point to programs, accessories, system tools and click on scandisk. Make sure the thorough and the automatically fix is checked and start...

Run the Defrag program to organize the hard drive structures. Click on start point to programs, accessories, system tools and click on Disk defragmenter. Click on the OK and start...

To RE-INSTALL your program you should turn off all of the background programs. TO do this RIGHT click on the small ICONS that are on the START bar RIGHT hand side. Then click on the exit or close option, IF it does not have those choices then leave it alone. Once that has been done then insert your program disk in the drive (cd-rom or 3.5 floppy ) and let the program re-install per the manufacturer instructions.

Many programs need to have special drivers or patches. You need to check the web site of the manufacturer of that software or call them to get that info.

Compatibility with other programs that are loaded in the computer can cause conflicts - one software needs the computer setup in a special configuration and another needs the computer setup in the original settings. Ex. If you have loaded a new software package it may work just fine and an old software package may quit working. Or a new package may not load as the older software loads will not release the settings for the new one to function. - - Again many programs need to have special drivers or patches. You need to check the web site of the manufacturer or call them to get that info.

Service and restoring of software is not a warrantee issue. If you need to have the software repaired