How To Troubleshoot Your Computer More Easily

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While most of us are familiar with technology and the devices we use to plan our lives from day to day, it’s true to say that only a small percentage of people are what the tech field define as “power users” - that is those who use devices for advanced professional or personal purposes.

For this reason, most people aren’t entirely familiar with the full scope of what their devices can do, be that hidden features, or most importantly, how to resolve every tech issues they come across. Thankfully, that’s more than normal, and nothing to be ashamed about. No matter what level of familiarity you have with a tech device, the potential to learn is always there. 

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But how can you troubleshoot your computer more regularly should you come across an issue worth resolving? In this post, we’ll discuss a few techniques you can use to try and identify and solve a problem, and where to go if your personal efforts don’t seem to be working that well:

Run The Troubleshooting Wizard

Most computers will offer a troubleshooting wizard you can use to figure out basic problems should they exist. For instance, using the internet troubleshooting wizard can help you determine problems with your connection, which may be as simple as needing to ‘enable’ your router as a device. 

A troubleshooting wizard can also help you understand the need to download drivers to run certain peripherals, and depending on the operating system you use, this might auto-download and install for you. While more advanced users tend to ignore the troubleshooting wizard, it is a perfectly acceptable tool for beginners to use and may offer more insight into your given situation than you realize.

Learn Basic Computer Maintenance

Basic computer maintenance measures, such as learning to update your mac through this blog post, or clearing your temporary files by using cleaning programs like CCleaner and more, can provide you the means of keeping your computer in generally good condition over time from a software perspective.

Another good skill to learn involves knowing how to update your BIOS. Your motherboard manufacturer will semi-regularly release updates to their BIOS filled with patches and minor optimizations necessary for your device. In some cases, this can also prepare you for future functionality, such as some BIOS manufacturers enabling by default the TPM requirement that Windows 11 needs in order to install. You can often find the BIOS file from the manufacturers’ website, and this may mean flashing the BIOS with a USB - sometimes placed within a specific slot.

Make sure that you keep up with your functional antivirus efforts, too. Often, programs like Windows Defender and optional additions like MalwareBytes can be enough. Of course, also be sure that you’re careful about what programs you download, especially executable files, and be wary of the administrative privileges you grant. 

Consider The Internals

When your computer isn’t functioning as expected, it’s good to commit to some very basic internal maintenance efforts. Of course, depending on the device you have (such as a Macbook), this might be less possible. If you have a computer build however, you may find that dusting the PC using air duster spray, replacing the thermal paste, and making sure that all cables are connected properly can help you gain the biggest advantage.

It can also be worthwhile to make sure that the fans are in good condition, and that everything is slotted in correctly. Often, this regular effort will prevent dust from building up in an unsuitable light, as well as minor issues that tend to grow over time.

Refer To Online Guides

There are many excellent tech writers out there paid to write guides regarding certain issues your software is known to have. This is why, generally, it’s best to wait before adopting new software so quickly so that troubleshooting has time to complete and patches are pushed.

You may also find that old forums tend to house more wisdom than you could ever imagine. Take note of error codes you might be offered when a problem takes place, and Google them. This simple trick can help you learn more about the processing of your PC and give you the chance to ask stupid questions more so than almost anything else. It’s a great habit to get into, and even those working in the IT field have and will continue to use this method for years to come.

Beware Of Scams

Unfortunately, there are some groups out there that intend to scam those who may have little computer knowledge, particularly the elderly, out of their money. This might involve showing a false ‘locked’ warning on a website with a referral contact number towards a false ‘government department’. 

Here they might ask for a fee for unlocking the pretend restriction, or they may ask you to use programs like Teamviewer or other remote access software in order to take direct control of your computer. Make sure to greet these claims with a heavy degree of skepticism and only ever accept direct contact with official sources. If teaching a grandparent or other relative how to operate a computer more easily, inform them of this also.

Head To Computer Repair Centres

For hardware issues that you wish to see resolved, following online or video tutorials can be helpful. In some cases, however, it can be a good idea to visit your local repair shop. They might be able to determine more advanced issues, such as problems with your motherboard, or a dysfunctional power supply. 

Make sure to visit a repair centre that isn’t focused on upselling you unnecessary components. Sometimes, specific-brand labels can try to encourage a full upgrade instead of a simple fix.

With this advice, we believe you’ll be able to troubleshoot your computer more easily from now into the future. As you commit to these tasks, you’ll be more familiar with problems that take shape, to the point where the most basic knowledge becomes second nature. Don’t be afraid if something is out of your reach right now - it can always be learned.

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