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The computer takes longer than
expected to start. |
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You see unexpected messages
or images. |
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You receive out-of-memory
error messages even though the computer has
sufficient RAM. |
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Windows spontaneously restarts
unexpectedly. |
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You cannot start Windows Task
Manager. |
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Your computer ‘freezes’
frequently, or programs start running slowly. |
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Windows does not start even
though you have not made any system changes
or even though you have not installed or removed
any programs. |
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A disk utility such as Scan
disk reports multiple serious disk errors. |
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You notice that files or folders
have been deleted or changed. |
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A partition of hard drive
disappears. |
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Windows does not startup, and
a message is shown stating: “…system
files are missing.” |
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Your computer seems to “move”
very slowly, and your task manager may indicate
high CPU usage, even when you are running
no programs at all (i.e. 100% CPU usage) |
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Your broadband modem is showing
traffic activity, when you are not using the
internet. |
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You are suddenly receiving
more spam to your email inbox(s) |
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Windows updates will not install
successfully. |
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Windows Firewall or third party
firewall software has been disabled. |
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Windows password(s) have been
changed without the user(s) making the changes. |