Troubleshooting
A program stops responding
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Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to
access the Task Manager, and click the
Applications tab.
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Click to select the program that is no longer
responding, and click End Task.
A program crashes repeatedly
NOTE: Most software includes installation
instructions in its documentation or on a
floppy disk, CD, or DVD.
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and then reinstall the program.
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If necessary, uninstall
A program is designed for an earlier
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Windows Vista:
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a
program so that it runs in an environment similar to
non-Windows Vista operating system environments.
Click Start
→ Control Panel→
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Programs→ Use an older program with this
version of Windows.
In the welcome screen, click Next.
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Follow the instructions on the screen.
A solid blue screen appears
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unable to get a response by pressing a key on your
keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the
power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the
computer turns off), and then restart your computer.
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operating system
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