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Computer freezes happen. They are annoying, stop you from working, and make life miserable. These six fixes could help when the “computer says no” attack.

Steps to Take

Force Quit

Use Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) to end tasks that are not responding.

Restart Your Computer

Performing a restart can often clear temporary glitches and refresh system resources.

Overheating

Ensure your computer is well-ventilated and not overheating.

Updates

Keep all drivers and software up to date to prevent compatibility issues.

System Scan

Use antivirus software to scan for malware that might be causing the freeze.

Cleaning

Regularly clean up your system files and defragment your hard drive.

These simple changes could help defrost you when your computer freezes.

External Resources

If you would like more help for computer freezes, take a look at the resources below. Please note that these websites were available at the time of publishing but may have since moved. Please let us know if any of the links do not work.

• 10 Reasons Why Your PC Is Freezing & How To Fix by Geekom
  • This guide explores potential causes of a freezing PC and provides solutions for both novice and advanced users.
• Fix a Crashed Computer in Windows from wikiHow
  • WikiHow provides a step-by-step visual guide for unfreezing computers, ideal for non-technical users.