Here we attempt to answer the most common questions of computing. Disclaimer Information posted here are actual cases, but may not apply to your situation. Top Good practice in trouble shooting. Also be sure to write down your current settings before changing them. Rebooting after a problem.
Many situations arise that require rebooting.
After loading software, or your system locks up. If you are rebooting due to a system lockup, be sure to do a cold boot. That is - shut the power off, and wait 10 seconds before turning it back on. This gives the system memory time to bleed off, which would possibly rid you of something in there that was causing problems. Another good practice.