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recently, out of no where, windows 10 computer not function in normal boot after 30 seconds. have tried doing clean boot. have disabled in start up. etc. nothing works. can not click on anything. mouse cursor show arrow, once click anything, shows circle. if in safe mode, things work fine. @ loss can do. hi, since you've mentioned computer working fine when perform clean boot, suggest check program or service causing issue. can follow steps on how on bottom part of article . update on result. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

i switched local user account in order reset onedrive settings. unable switch microsoft account. how switch microsoft account login? please advise & many assistance. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category*** switch same way switched out: settings>accounts>yourinfo : <click> sign in microsoft account, instead Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

hello, so problem started after intended install software , got malware instead. it's uc browser. i've tried download malwarebytes , adwcleaner none of them clean because have been crashed before run completely. can't sign in account because " the security account manager (sam) or local security authority (lsa) server in wrong state perform security operation." read caused of malware. should do? don't have other account in pc btw don't have other access. thank you. might sound stupid, have tried restarting computer? oddly enough, worked me. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

what happen  being able change fonts in menu. title bar etc... ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** in creators update, microsoft in wisdom has removed option set font size in menus, title bars . . . etc. a lot of users complaining option being removed, maybe in future update, microsoft might re-consider omission . . . Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

task bar has been flickering no reason. isn't constant flicker either it's more periodically it'll flick when update graphics drivers (whenever update graphics drivers it'll make screen flicker) it's taskbar needs load programs on taskbar or , flickers. like half task bar go black , other apps on task bar reappear , that's when flicker happens. graphics drivers date nothing out of date drivers don't know why happening. isn't cpu usage either i'm using 6%-10% of cpu @ 1 time due having apps , malwarebytes , kaspersky running in background. hello, to resolve issue, click link , try run system file checker tool repair missing or corrupted system files in windows 10. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / ...

please tell me not so! pc completed windows10 1703 update.  prior version 1607 there user setting ....right click desktop\display\a setting customoze desktop icons , text size.  there 6 8 individual settings change make selected icons\text larger.  default setting 9; set 11.  these setting adjusted system settings text in outlook folder list , dropdown menus when click right on desktop dropdown menu opens....the menu text small.  i unable find setting in new 1703 install , doing research found articles advises microsoft removed these desktop icon\text setting?  suggested method adjust them larger s complicated registry entries (and not sure tackle it).  no way....if why remove this?   surely there must easy way make adjustments.....not has "young" eyes.   the desktop icons , text on desktop 1703 installed small me.  please tell me either have failed find setting adjust desktop icons\text size did in ...

have 3 computers running windows 10. 1  asus maximus vi extreme  a asus crosshair v formula-z  asus p5kpro  and file explorer keeps opening itself. when close file explorer go desktop blank screen.  causing me ctrl alt del can enter task manager restart computer. keeps happening randomly. have searched on line , have seen problems file explorer crashing not problem having. ideas on going on here?   hi rafael, we suggest perform clean boot, determine application or service causes issue. perform it, check out: clean boot. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

pc has installed update on 10/16/17 , took longer normal.  when came "let's started" clicked continue , screen went black.  it has stayed of time, showing desk top image no folders , no items in task bar. i can reboot same thing (black screen or pic no icons) , nothing else. when power on, not recognize key board me try , start in safe mode.  key board not come on until after goes sign on screen prompts me windows password. any ideas can do? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, black screen caused old or corrupted drivers of time. usually, black screen provides error message. if you're getting during windows update installation, send screenshot. can try install , update drivers on computer . regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & syst...

hello. i've been running problem @ point of start on hp notebook. starts normal: background loads, iobit security box pops up, nothing loads. of icons might load, start menu, corona , task bar start appear, disappear , start loading again before repeating process.  the iobit box stays on entire time , provides me link crome, stay up, unable access else, windows explorer windows or start-up menu. such, haven't been able try fixes requiring being able access start-up menu.  if has suggestions, appreciated. haven't found problem on discussion boards i've read.  ***title edited moderator clarity. old title: start up*** ***moved post appropriate category*** hi, we suggest can try temporarily disable iobit box , check if issue persist. if resolves concern, can disable , activate windows defender malware security. if having trouble disabling iobit box, please use link restore device sy...

hi, i have 2 ssd(256gb) , 1 hdd(1tb), apps , windows use ssds, hdd use storage. i have issue windows reading data hdd don't have apps on it, hdd going in idle fast when windows trying read data freezes 1-2 secs spin hdd (i can hear spin when tries, zuuuuuum , takes 1-2 secs recover).  (even if use browser example) i had issue before last year forgot how solve it, issue appeared again before build 15007. (from power settings --> hdd sleep set 0) hi, we want confirm, have tried using system file checker tool? if still haven't, recommend checking article know more information it. you scan corruptions in windows system files , restore corrupted files. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC ...

when turn on laptop, starts up, goes boot windows 10. windows icon appears, that. no loading circle, no password bar, icon. then, after 5-10 minutes, screen turns blue. no error message or anything. tried making recovery disc, , new windows install disc, same thing happened. how can fix it? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** try whichever 1 of these methods work access advanced startup options in windows 10 .  if none of other methods work you'll need create windows 10 installation media on pc, plug problem pc, power while pressing bios boot menu key. from menu choose uefi verison of media device if offered, if not choose plain vanilla version.  when loads, browse second screen repair computer link, troubleshoot options, advanced.  try startup repair, system restore , if don't go troubleshoot options reset windows 10 pc . if nothing else work use same medi...

i have problem windows 10 power button (on keyboard). know there no issue button since works hard shut down (holding few seconds turns off laptop), doesn't work short press. maybe once out of 10 times go sleep. m aybe, happens rarely, not sure. i once saw options selected (hibernate) or choose option after pressed button, window never appeared after. maybe clicked ignore. although had issue start, before once managed see these options. all settings correct in power plans , in choose power button (i found choices in 2 places, not sure else look). so, how can hibernate/sleep laptop power button on keyboard? i ran power troubleshoot. update: tested button. after pressed rapidly 6-9 times did went sleep it's supposed to. how 1 press? after waking button press need turn on numlock it's turned on. strange. how doing same acion gives different results. wirks rapid presses. Windows ...

turn on reconfigure or restoring previous version , or tryng restoration  message spinning thing. works times reboot several times.  hi carl, to resolve start issue, suggest refer thread talks same issue , follow andre da costa 's suggestions. update on result. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

hey guys, why see more 1 os boot splash screen when os booting? so i've had laptop while (hp probook 4720s). came suse linux installed, replaced windows 7, later on replaced windows 10. did quick hard drive format followed clean install. migrated c drive original hdd ssd, switched mbr gpt , bios uefi. ever since did that, boot sequence goes through 3 different splash screens: 1 black background white "loading" bar, 1 old windows 7 loading splash screen , windows 10 loading splash screen. googling problem, found possible answer why happening: " on mbr disk, partitioning , boot data stored in 1 place. if data overwritten or corrupted, you’re in trouble. in contrast, gpt stores multiple copies of data across disk, it’s more robust , can recover if data corrupted. " could that, during boot, old boot data being found first, because weren't overwritten during other os installs, since aren't linked corresponding os...

hi, my version of win 10 date. after recent updates installed login screen asked me password instead of pin set do, pre updates. now when going accounts , click add under section add pin, nothing happens. what need fix this? hi, you may encounter issue if credential manager service not set run automatically. check if credential manager service running, follow these steps: click start , type services.msc , press enter .  double-click credential manager on list of services. if service status :  set running , click stop . if not, proceed next step. check startup type: value , change automatic if set manual . click start , press ok . close services window , restart computer. check if you'll able add pin. let know if solution provided above works. Windows / Windows 10 / Security ...

yesterday reason desktop icons , taskbar icons disappeared (the text labels still visible, though). tried kinds of different fixes 4 hours , decided better reinstall windows 10. computer like... less 3 months old that's ridiculous. anyways, digress. want add computer , control panel desktop, way i've done on every windows machine i've ever owned, including one. reason, gives me error , says can't it. be sure follow clean install windows 10 best install of windows 1 can have if stick steps, tools , methods given. to add system links desktop go start>settings (gear)>personalization>themes>desktop icon settings select them. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i tad furious @ moment.  bought new hp , installed windows10.  have log in own computer (i live alone) every single time open up.  how stop nonsense , go directly desktop did?   tried entering else posted it would only allow me add not remove.  thank you. if know how use cmd prompt can use netplwiz here link instructions   https://www.tekrevue.com/tip/skip-windows-10-login-screen/   Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i have received 4 calls stating that "this emergency call,  my windows  microsoft license key  has expired , services have terminated , call specific number.  not sure if should call number back, since windows , other services working on computer. thank you ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** do not call back. expiration computer not software. to check if computer activated; right click start, click command prompt(admin) enter slmgr /xpr  hit enter key tell when expires.  Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

wednesday opened surface pro 4 pro find message microsoft not use internet before calling number below, stating network had been compromised virus?? it looked real, called , tech on me on hour.  said had virus, took control of computer , watched "removed issue" , explained windows defender protects lap top not network.  didn't realize had network.  have desktop computer cox.net email, iphone hotmail acct.  surface shows both email accounts, assume how created network? the tech said problem fixed had purchase network security keep happening again.  put ccleaner on surface , gave him visa info 7 months covered.  said receipt come email.  nothing has arrived, friday am, , i'm concerned scam. the info below posted in the notepad on surface.  please help? thanks, ella toll free no: 1-844-870-9811 ext code: 104 (max) case id: sts08034 ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** ...

hello, can't update windows because virus blocking , disabling windows defender. i cannot delete virus because stop windows defender deleting them. everytime shutdown pc asks update, let update. after update done pc restarts , open windows correctly. when want shut down again ask me again update it, , on. can please me. what virus do? like, all disable windows defender , prevent you from updating or does more? if answer yes (or no, doesn't matter) suggest installing a third-party anti-virus, performing full-system scan, have quarantine or delete you're virus, uninstall it. of course, if you are satisfied anti-virus, don't uninstall it, if you prefer windows defender uninstall it. -appenge Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / ...

a window appeared , it's a windows security user: rgonzales (unknown me, of course).  then asking me passwrd:____ , -i don't know of course. please tell me: "what's going on laptop?". have windows 10 hello grace, this occurs when windows verifies user of app. when different users logs in on same unit , uses same apps, feature prevents misuse of used account on app. to better assist issue, please answer these questions below: was there previous owner of laptop? what apps open when pops up? we forward update. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

messing around desktop folder , exidentaly merged user folder . tried reverse wuld not let me.  hi, there different ways recover previous folder settings on computer. 1 of these following steps below organize , relocate desktop or user folder. press   windows key + e   to launch file explorer. right-click on special folder want restore ( desktop ). then select   properties . navigate the   location tab . click restore default . then click apply save changes. let know if have further questions. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

my computer freezes when use apps , never gets unfreeze unless force restart. found 2 crash reports on windows reliability monitor and i know hardware causing issue , if fixable or not , how cost? first source windows summary hardware error date ‎06-‎mar-‎17 9:01 pm status not reported description problem hardware caused windows stop working correctly. problem signature problem event name: livekernelevent code: 141 parameter 1: ffffe682e25f14a0 parameter 2: fffff803cacbaae4 parameter 3: 0 parameter 4: 0 os version: 10_0_14393 service pack: 0_0 product: 256_1 os version: 10.0.14393.2.0.0.256.48 locale id: 1033 files describe problem watchdog-20170306-2101.dmp sysdata.xml werinternalmetadata.xml second source windows summary hardware error date ‎06-‎mar-‎17 9:28 pm status not reported description problem hardware caused windows stop work...

windows freeze , then.  unfreeze.  app may not closed or open ,  mouse pointer flickering. had resort repeated clicking before app close.  word 2016 freeze in editing, can be closed repeated clicking x button.  happens recently.  can 1 help? it is annoying when keep losing edited word document , have edit several times or first check mouse not flickering, when saving , closing app can performed. post note: after latest update.  windows seems have righted itself.  no more freezing,  mouse pointer stable, apps on desktop can launched, word 2016 functioning normally.  i did not perform 1 of suggested actions. answer-by-number:    1.  how ram have?    2. did computer come pre-installed windows 10? or upgraded version?    3. if upgraded version, version was?    you might wanna see these link simil...

security update microsoft windows (kb4013429) has caused me 2 days of lost work. i use magix movie edit pro premium. windows update installed (kb4013429) , on, when import mp4 or mov. file magix video editor, crashes. every single time. suspected cause might windows update. uninstalled security update microsoft windows (kb4013429), problem fixed! happily continue work.  then same windows update downloads again , installs on computer without me being able stop it.  now problem back.  i know computer blamed 2 years old , don't want have spend money because of windows update when fine. wish turn off updates because 3 times before updates have caused problems on computer. i've same  pb  way found  to  uninstall last update  and disable new update 1 month Windows / Windows 10 / ...

laptop has been shutting down on me out of been using , shut down , restart. has been happening more shuts down on screen put in password. below 2 photos of messages says on screen. please tell me going on need answers please.  hello eunsook, for better assist concern, ask few questions: when did issue started? were there changes made on device prior issue? thank you. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

also when turn pc on runs totally normal. when should login on local or microsoft account. doesn't show profile, keyboard language, wifi, settings , turn off. should do, please me. moved insider hi, address concern, let's try setting account , see if helps. steps found on link . keep posted result. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

need change password in setup when start computer forgot password?? can't remember setup password, how can away or whatever??... hi, passwords essential windows security. assist further concern, kindly answer following questions clarification: are using local account or microsoft account log in? do have non-administrator account? if yes, have tried log in using that? kindly can assist further regarding windows 10. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

use windows 10, how put icons on desktop? hi, since want add icons on desktop, suggest checking article , follow instructions given. let know if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i have started using taskbar on right side of monitor , wondered if have found way invert windows button @ lower left corner of screen , not left top of it. hi, it seems have change settings of taskbar have way. suggest check article learn more taskbar settings. we'll looking forward feedback. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i have asus laptop  that came windows 10 pre installed ,  yesterday using computer , froze, tried restart except when did wouldn't boot, said scanning drive "c" , automatically fixing drive errors , after 15-20 minutes or says windows had issue booting, , sometimes goes black screen curse, how fix without losing data on pc???? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** sounds possible hardware fault. you should contact asus getting fixed. to retrieve documents on laptop, you'll need take out drive in laptop , connect computer. if isn't able you'll need hire you. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

hey all, i need help! ran issue week ago , continue no matter did. pretty sure driver problem went through , updated every driver could. mobo drivers, video drivers, mouse, keyboard, ethernet adapter, , else think of. still kept getting bsod when using internet, gaming, trying recovery, trying system reset, update name it. when ran out of ideas re-imaged computer , installed fresh copy of windows 10 pro x64 creators update. unfortunately, started having issue again on new system barely installed. have installed necessary windows , mobo drivers , league of legends. system info follows: windows 10 pro x64 bit, version: 1703, os build: 15063.332 core i5-3570k 16gb ram gtx 970 (latest driver of 5/31/17) 500gb samsung ssd i including links 3 recent mini dumps of today , system info below dump 1: https://1drv.ms/u/s!avdo3k39pta7iwar8xecb1nj68_g dump 2: https://1drv.ms/u/s!avdo3k39pta7iwc8hwwac_o0mfcy dump 3: https://1...

i went using desktop pc, running smoothly on 10 days until 2 days ago, when desktop started exhibiting weird symptoms. suddenly, booting started taking on 20+ minutes (as opposed under 30 seconds under normal circumstances) , makes me frustratingly wait again more 10 minutes @ login screen. the hard disk light glows constantly, indicating fact it's running @ 100% . once logged-in after insanely frustrating wait, resource monitor showed process super generic name of "system" performing intense write operation on sector of disk. when looked @ event viewer, under 'system' tab, find large bunch of errors 'disk' tag, description: "the device, \device\harddisk0\dr0, has bad block." after this, ran smart test on hard drive using seatools windows.  my hard drive (which less 2 years old) passed tests. now, when tried restarting again, encountered same issue. had wait insanely long time, tested patience. no...

one email address keeps shutting down windows live mail when click on it, no matter whether receiving or replying it. everything's ok, though, in website browser mail boxes.  only live mail.  how can rid of 1 email? can't delete system; shuts live mail down , restarts same email popping up. i've done avast , malware scans, doesn't help.  i've called microsoft says 'no longer support windows live mail".  i'm using windows 10. thanks! are able delete using web browser , removed in windows live mail. [edit] shutdown windows live mail before able anything. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

windows 10 pc waking in middle of night. it's not due wake-on-lan, , wake timers disabled in power options. event viewer shows wake source "unknown". what's causing , how turn off? hi,   to assist concern, let following methods:   method 1:  run the power troubleshoot er   press windows logo key on keyboard, type troubleshooting and select top search result.   click on view from left side of screen panel.   select power from options , c lick on advanced option , check apply repairs automatically option.   follow on screen instructions.   close window , check if changes effective.   method 2:  we suggest that you create new power plan , check if helps.   click start , , select control panel .   click hardware , sound , , select po...

i'm facing 2 problems in windows.  1. windows security service center turned off , not getting on. how turn on? 2. in lappy's windows defender's real time protection turned off automatically. doesn't happens again? please reply solution have third party anti-virus running on system, these turn off windows default protection (firewall , defender) avoid conflicts . . . Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

after boot , wait there action center pop notice settings: you need fix microsoft account  after clicking on link in action center opened: after verification of microsoft account password opened: operating system windows 10 professional version 1607 build 14393.222 the action center settings message with:  "you need fix microsoft account apps on other devices able launch apps , continue experiences on device" not indicate or specify question or answer needs modified within change privacy options. how come action center message not indicate question or answer needs changed satisfy action center trigger? what message referring to? hi, we know more issue. did make changes before issue started? what troubleshooting steps have done on end? have tried running microsoft accounts troubleshooter? if no, kindly check link . it's automated tool can find , fix co...

so long story short, ive had edge/cortana , other windows functions on main admin account not function @ or extremely slowly. have managed make second admin account , functions properly. i've tried every solution ive come across on internet try remedy problem on main admin account nothing has worked. i'm posting thread because can no longer keep track of information ive read problem , i'm curious should go here. hi, please read joy kemprai's reply , check if resolve issue: edge , cortana / search not working primary account. thanks. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

dear sirs, win10 @ startup when account not show desktop. screen visible mouse pointer, , background totally black, there no taskbar. possible enter in windows explorer using ctrl + alt + del manager of task. how restore desktop? hi dubravko, let's startup repair , see if can diagnose issue. press , hold power button until shuts down. turn on computer , in middle of boot process, press , hold power button interrupt it. may have repeat 2 or 3 times until see please wait message on screen. this trigger advanced startup in windows, select see advanced repair options . advanced startup screen, click troubleshoot > advanced options > startup repair . let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

hello every one.i update windows 10 last 1703 biuld , cant' login windows.when type password , hit enter,it send me lock screen , doesn't show me errors , im sure mh password correct , yes im connected internet please me on this.everything on place , before.i dont know happening.this windows 10 has problem. hi bruce, please provide answers following able learn more issue you're experiencing: have tried turning off wifi modem or disconnecting internet cord device, log in , still got same issue? are using local account or microsoft account? have tried entering microsoft account password instead? in meantime, let's advanced startup lock screen repair pc. here's how: press , hold shift key keyboard, click restart button power button found @ bottom-right corner of lock screen. click troubleshoot , advanced options . choose startup repair repair problems keep windows loading. ...

this has happened in last 2 days. error information search microsoft stopcode error fix. however, don' have information caused problem don't believe there downloads/updates happening before happened. computer froze in middle of checking email. unable access reboot or restore functions because it's in loop o blue screen, repair tool,and restart. have suggestions please? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** natalie please provide more information cause of problem may diagnosed.   please restart computer , allow 20 minutes system run before uploading information required me investigate problem. when examining event viewer log files many, not all, problems show in period after computer has been booted.   please provide copy of system information file. access system information file select keyboard shortcut win+r , type msinfo32 and click ok . place cursor on system summary...

i'll give short version, need delete user account computer, have been using since booted first time. made user correct microsoft account, , made administrator account. upon signing account realized had no access files on other account, plan on deleting. there way make both accounts have access same files, such music, photos, etc.. , have same settings , apps? sorry if sound confusing. question understandable.  i need delete user account computer. in forum regularly deal questions users 1 , admin account went bad. in same position has single house key no spare key. risks obvious, hence having spare admin account excellent idea. if delete old admin account might come regret it. to gain full access old profile folder need seize ownership of give full access rights - see here: https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc753659.aspx https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb727008.aspx ...

i how work, attaching files in email. don't have viruses. windows wouldn't let me download app scanner ms site! how stop this? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, to better understand concern, ask additional information: what email provider using attach files? what application trying download? can send screenshot of error message? we'll waiting response. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

getting notification need fix microsoft account apps on other devices... how fix this? try switching local account. restart windows , change to a microsoft account. here.    start > settings > accounts > sign in local account    start > settings > accounts > sign in microsoft account Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

hi all, i looking @ instructions on how change layout of settings app in windows 10. have new laptop , layout list form have gotten used standard grid form. is there way changed? in maximized window see of items. in small enough minimized wimdow changes list have scroll see bottom items. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

so, has never worked right way in version of windows 10 , still not work way should.  when click on start menu , move mouse cursor on alphabetical list of mix of folders , icons (which annoys me no end can't organize except alphabetically) scroll wheel on mouse nothing until click in empty area of start menu.  should happen: click on start menu , can @ least scroll through items without having click twice within start menu able scroll.  might seem little annoyance after 2 major updates little thing hasn't been fixed? hi, there possibility issue due programs interfering background. isolate issue, kindly verify following: what troubleshooting steps have done fix issue? have tried performing clean boot eliminate software conflicts? run system file checker check file corruption. we're looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 ...

hi previously there used icon "display" in control panel wherein 1 change text size of different items. option gone , there 1 option available when 1 right clicks desktop , clicks display. has caused irritation w.r.t. text size of different items. please see link below available earlier, convenient. wonder why microsoft changed working users. http://www.howto-connect.com/change-icons-and-text-size-on-windows-10/ is there other way achieve same results? tks , regards vinay refer link post below: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-other_settings/personalizing-colors-and-sizing-icons-on-windows/b8f42526-87ec-4142-b631-3c22b178adc9 Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

hello all, i have upgraded laptop windows 7 windows 10 , can take me on hour log in once have put password in. i work in have understanding of troubleshooting if has suggestions please let me know! i have put laptop on high performance mode, tried fast setup , no luck. thanks :) hi jess,   to assis t you concern, let run system file checker to identify , troubleshoot error. you can follow steps through fix windows update errors using dism or system update readiness tool to check update errors. note : please perform clean boot on pc.       clean boot temporarily disables third party applications microsoft non-essential services basic drivers run. find third-party software can cause of issue.       here steps: from start , search msconfig .       select sy...

everything fine until latest update on 2/21/2017. pc randomly freezes , may or may not unfreeze. ctrl/alt/del wouldn't come let alone start menu shut down. had shut down on pc. after 3 times of har booting ctrl/alt/del worked got hung on preparing security options. norton says computer safe. running now. suggestions. frustrated not word can describe how feel. new computer should t happening.  hi serenity, to better windows 10 update, kindly click link . let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

i have had windows 10 since got computer, has 16gb of ram , use work in photoshop, premiere, , illustrator time. play games on ocassionally. in past week, using photoshop , having 1 tab open in chrome low memory warning pop up. check task manager , tells me i'm using 44% - 47% of ram. gives? have no idea solve this, can help? here's system info: processor: intel core i7-4790k cpu @ 4.00ghz 4.00ghz installed memory (ram): 16.0gb (15.9 gb useable) system type: 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor pen , touch: pen support i have second monitor , cintiq hooked use if might have it? driver date cintiq though.  if knows how solve appreciate it. please provide more information cause of problem may diagnosed.   please restart computer , allow 20 minutes system run before uploading information required me investigate problem. when examining event viewer log files many, not all, problem...