How to Troubleshoot Windows 7

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Windows 7 is an easy to use operating system that allows users to seamlessly access the depths of their computer’s hard drive. Sadly, every system has its faults. Luckily, troubleshooting Windows is a very easy process, and can save you hours of headache and money in comparison to taking your computer to a PC Clinic. Follow these easy steps, and your days of pulling your hair out over minor computer problems can finally come to an end.

1

Open the Start menu.

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  1. It's normally located at the bottom left corner of the desktop.
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Right-click the "Computer" icon and select "Properties."

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  1. Here you can view some major details about your computer and its hardware and operating system.
3

Open the Control Panel in another window.

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  1. Select “Control Panel” to view settings, and customize areas of your computer.
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Open the troubleshooter window.

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  1. It's in the upper-left area of the window.
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View all of the troubleshooters.

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  1. This opens all troubleshooting options for your PC. The options that are provided describe specific problems that your computer can diagnose, if you’re having a problem. Simply double click any of these option, and the troubleshooting wizard will open.
    • For example, you might click on “Network Adapter” to open the troubleshooting wizard for this specific problem.
    • All the troubleshooting wizards run in the exact same way, regardless of what specific problem you are trying to diagnose. The first step in running the troubleshooter is to simply press “Next” at the bottom of the window. This will start the troubleshooting process.
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Allow the troubleshooter to run.

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  1. If for any reason you would like to stop scanning for problems, click on the “Cancel” button at the lower right hand corner of the window.
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Try the potential resolution.

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  1. If you have already tried the solution presented, simply click Skip this step , and Windows will offer you another solution, and will eventually end, giving you a report of possible fixes.
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Check to see if the problem is resolved.

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  1. Windows will then check for problems again, as it did the first time you ran the wizard. If all goes well, you should see a window displaying that troubleshooting could not find any problems. In this case, you have diagnosed, and treated your computer’s problem, saving time and money in the process!

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      • Another problem that may plague your computer is hardware problems. Perhaps the internet doesn't work because the actual wireless card is physically damaged. In this case, troubleshooting will not fix anything, and you'll have to repair the broken part.
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      • Monitor
      • Windows 7 Operating System

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