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  2. Blue screen of death - Wikipedia

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    This is in contrast to the Windows NT version of BSoDs, which prevented the user from using the computer until it has been powered off or restarted (usually automatic for the latter). The most common BSoD is displayed on an 80×25 text-mode screen, which is the operating system's way of reporting an interrupt caused by a processor exception; it ...

  3. To shut down, or not to shut down? That really is the question

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    Here’s some outdated info we’ve likely all heard before: Many of us were told decades ago that while a shut-down computer uses almost no power, in the long run it uses more because turning it ...

  4. Crash (computing) - Wikipedia

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    In computing, a crash, or system crash, occurs when a computer program such as a software application or an operating system stops functioning properly and exits. On some operating systems or individual applications, a crash reporting service will report the crash and any details relating to it (or give the user the option to do so), usually to ...

  5. Shutdown (computing) - Wikipedia

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    Turns off the computer. -r: Shuts down and reboots a computer. -m[\\ Computer Name] When shutting down a network computer, allows user to choose which computer to turn off. -t xx Timer before shut down occurs. By default it is set to 30 seconds. -c "message" Allows a message to be shown in the System Shutdown window. It can not be more than 127 ...

  6. Fix problems with Games on AOL.com - AOL Help

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    Temporarily disable your security application, such as your firewall or antivirus program, until you've successfully launched your game. Re-enable your security software immediately afterwards. Some antivirus or personal firewall applications incorrectly identify our games as viruses and disrupt or block the game.

  7. Kernel panic - Wikipedia

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    If five new kernel panics occur within three minutes of the first one, the Mac will display a prohibitory sign for thirty seconds, and then shut down; this is known as a "recurring kernel panic". [18] In all versions above 10.2, the text is superimposed on a standby symbol and is not full screen.

  8. Does your computer slow down after a few hours? Here’s why

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    Experts say that outdated tech could cause your computer to slow down. “If the device is 3-plus years old, there’s a chance that a hardware or software failure/deterioration may be causing ...

  9. Fix problems reading or receiving AOL Mail

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    Additionally, if your email isn't missing, but going straight to an unexpected folder, it may the normal outcome of using IMAP to access your mail. IMAP syncs your email regardless of where you use it, which means emails will be sorted based on the client's specifications. Check to see if your account been deactivated for inactivity