Simple solutions to fix basic computer problems

Computer switches itself off - If your computer is switching itself off, this could either be because it has a virus or because it is overheating. If it's a virus, you'll need to run a scan on your computer. If it's overheating, try cleaning out any dust, but if this still doesn't work then you might need to buy a new fan to keep it cool.

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Weird keyboard - Click on the keyboard icon in the bottom right hand corner of your screen, next to the clock. Check out the keyboard settings and if the input is in another language then change it!

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Computer takes ages to switch on and is slow - Check in the Microsoft configuration system, by pressing the Windows button and 'R' on your keyboard. This will open a window called 'Run.' Type 'msconfig' in the search bar and press 'enter.'

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Pop-ups on your desktop - Open the control panel and in the 'programs' tab, search for 'uninstall a program.'

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Hard disk drive is damaged - The first thing you need to do is run a checkup of the hard disk to see what the problem is...

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Hard disk is almost full - Clean your computer disk to get rid of all files and programs that are unnecessary.

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Off and on - In most cases, switching your computer off and on will solve the problem. Make sure you save your files beforehand so that you don't lose anything!

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Restore a deleted file - If you accidentally deleted a file, click on the Recycle bin, select the file and click 'Restore.'

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Closing a program - If you're having trouble in closing a program, press 'ALT' and 'F4' at the same time.

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Searching for a document - If you can't find a document or program then click on 'Start' and type the name of what your looking for in the search bar.

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Mouse or keyboard error - If you're having problems with your keyboard or mouse, disconnect and reconnect them. If the error still persists then restart your computer.

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Start button - If you can't click on the 'start' button on your screen, use the 'Windows' button on your keyboard.

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Sorting the clutter - If your desktop is cluttered, right click on your mouse and select the 'Arrange icons' option. Quick and simple!

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Program freeze - If your programs keep freezing with a Windows notification popping up, close it...

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Program freeze - But if they are freezing without a Windows pop up, right click on the program in the task bar and close it.

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Frozen! - If your whole screen has completely frozen, then just switch your computer off then on again.

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Full screen ahead! - If your browser has entered into full screen mode and you don't know how to exit, just hit the 'F11' button on your keyboard.

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Text too small - If the text on your screen is too small, click 'Ctrl' and '+' to make it bigger (or '-' to make it smaller).

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Tabs - Don't keep tonnes of tabs open, this can slow down your computer.

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Checkup - Check your computer to see if you have a virus or faulty software...

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Anti-virus - Many people install several anti-virus programs, but these can conflict and stop each other from working properly. Make sure you only have one!

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Cookies - Delete all cookies from your browser to stop it from getting cluttered up.

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Blue screen - In most cases, check the Device Manager to see if there is any hardware issue on your computer. If there is, a small '!' will appear next to the device in question.

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Touchpad - If your touchpad is not working, press Fn+F7 or Fn+F9 on your keyboard.

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WiFi network not detected - Try searching on Device Manager, but if it still doesn't appear then you may have to reinstall the driver, buy an external WiFi adapter, USB, or network card.

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