8 Ways to Fix a Frozen Windows Desktop

Doesn’t matter for what purpose you are using a desktop but if it freezes it annoys everyone equally. We all are somehow associated with computers and if a computer freezes it may delay our important tasks. Think you have to rush to airport for your flight and you are trying to print your tickets suddenly your system got freeze. In the other scenario you just want to finish your work quickly as you have to go to pick up your kids from school but you cannot even leave your workstation because your system is freeze. There can be different reasons because of which a system gets freeze. So here are some common reasons for system freezing and fixes which you can apply if you are stuck with your system.

HOW TO FIX A FROZEN WINDOWS DESKTOP

1. Close the suspected program:
If you are overburdening a program on your computer then it is very obvious that this program is responsible for freezing the system. For example, sometimes we open multiple tabs on a web browser which ends with system freeze and end up with killing the program. To avoid such situations, you should take care that you should not over burden any of the program on the computer also keep closing unused programs or tabs on the computer.

2. Use task manager:
If you are in the situation when you system has got freeze then do not forget to take help of the task manager. In most of the cases you will be able to access task manger no matter what is the reason behind freezing of your computer. You can easily access task manager by right clicking on the task bar and selecting “Start task manager” In the default window of task manager you will be able to find non responsive task. If it is not so, then you can go to performance tab and then to resource monitor here you will find deep detail about the programs running on your system with the RAM they are using and with the percentage of CPU they are using. From here you can end up a process taking maximum amount of system resources this will quickly un freeze the system but one thing you need to keep in mind that the process you are ending manually will loss all the unsaved information.

3. Try rebooting your computer:
You can also try your luck with rebooting computer. In most of the cases if your system is freeze then start menu will also freeze still you can give a try to restart the computer from Windows itself. Shutting down computer also having a risk to loose unsaved information. In case soft reboot is not working hard reboot will always work. Press and hold power button for few seconds and you will notice that your system is turned off. Now you can turn it on and then you will be able to work on it smoothly.

4. Fixing freeze keyboard or mouse.
If you are not able to do anything using your keyboard and mouse, then there is a probability that your system is working fine but your key board and mouse has a connection problem. Check light under your optical mouse and press caps lock on your key board to make it sure both of them are working properly.

5. Check for updates.
If you have just removed from freeze system. Then you should check for Windows updates. In updates Windows release patch for software which make them to run smoothly. With the update operating system also becomes immune towards the viruses or malwares. So if your system freezes very often then you must check for operating system updates.

6. Recently installed program may be responsible for system freeze:
If you have recently installed a program or drivers on your computers then it may be because of them that your system has got freeze. Different programs require different hardware to run and if the software requirements of the new software do not match with Operating system on your computer then it may conflict with OS. Sometimes installing multiple anti-virus results in system freeze or blue screen of death. In this case entering to safe mode and uninstalling such program may help a lot.

7. Cleaning temporary or duplicate files:
When we use our computer for a long time our computer collects a bunch of duplicate or temporary files. Clearing such temp files time to time works as a preventive measure to stop the system from freezing. It is recommended the time to time you should clear browsing history of your web browsers and run disk cleanup which helps a lot in clearing temp files from all the drives. To remove duplicates there are duplicate file finder and duplicate photo finder software in market. You can use these duplicate file finders to find duplicates on your computer and they also provide an efficient method to clean duplicates in bulk. File started getting duplicate when we download the same file as an email attachment multiple times. Duplicates may be with different names but some duplicate finders are efficient enough to find duplicates on the basis of content in the files which is really awesome and allows our system to run smooth.

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8. Disconnect power supply if nothing works for your:
If your system has freeze and not even hard power button is working. Then disconnecting the power supply is the last resort. If you have connected a UPS, you can turn on the switch on UPS and your computer will be turned off. If you are on a laptop, then you can remove battery to turn it off immediately. However, it is not a good practice and if you do it very often then it may result is some hardware damage.

This is how you can make your frozen system run. If your system freezes very often and you do not find anything unusual about software, then you should check hardware components and the first thing you need to check is the CPU fan because if it is not working properly system will be over heated and overheating will result in system freezing. A little of time to time maintenance of your computer can keep you away from system freezing.

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10 Computer Security Facts You Must Know

In the current highly digitized world, we spend hours working on the computer submitting school

essays, shopping online, socializing with friends through social media platforms, sending emails to
clients, building websites, and the list continues. Unknown to millions of people from all across the
globe is that this lifestyle predisposes us to many cyber threats. It is imperative to ensure that your computer is secured when you are online and offline. Here are ten computer security facts that you must know to stay safe.

Ten Computer Security Facts You Must Know

10. Just because it’s new doesn’t mean it’s safe
When the new laptop finally lands on your doorstep, everything looks and smells fresh and clean as you expected, but that is not to say that it is not infected with any malware or the security firewall is already intact. The myth that computers begin their lives completely cyber-proof and only become less secure over time has been discounted by many security experts including government officials. Most of the new computers come with programs such as Superfish, a vulnerable adware, already installed on them. Some also have pre-installed backdoors that are used by law enforcement agencies to track users’ online activity and data.

9. Strong Passwords Can Prevent Cyber AttacksOver the years, cyber criminals have devised new ways of exploiting software flaws to collect personal data. Simple social engineering scams are now prevalent across the globe. The only way to prevent falling prey to these tactics is by using strong passwords and activating a two-factor authentication system.

8. Best Software are Vulnerable to New Malicious SoftwareMost people imagine that the top rated software and networks in the world today are 100% safe. Paris
Tabriz, the head of Google Chrome security team has repeatedly stated that in the current digital world, no software is 100% secure. Every day, hackers work hard and smart to come up with systems to overpass the firewalls on the software. The same case applies to networks; none is completely secure and immune to cyber-attacks.

7. Apps and Websites Should Use HTTPS Coding Language
There are countless rumours about HTTPS, one of them being that it slows down the functionalism of
applications and it’s only ideal for websites that require a high level of security. Unknown to most
people is that HTTPs make it difficult for hackers and even government surveillance programs to collect personal data from websites and computers. Without it, hackers would have an easy time modifying the computer, installing spyware, and collecting personal data such as credit card information when you shop online.

6. Cloud Presents New Security Problems
Millions of people from all across the globe use the cloud to store their personal data. You use it to store emails, photos, medical records, bank statements, videos and the list is endless. The documents are much safer stored in the cloud than in your computer. However, it is presents hackers with unlimited opportunities to collect personal data and corrupt the stored files. Therefore, it is imperative to come up with ways of protecting your cloud. Apart from seeking cloud services from a company that is well-known for having a robust security system, use strong password and two-step authentication to protect your information from unauthorized access.

5. Install Software Updates Frequently
Unexpected pop-ups reminding you to update software can be annoying. Some of the updates are huge and take hours to be installed on the program. Nonetheless, it is highly recommended to install all updates to not only gain access to new features but also to seal any loopholes on the software that can be utilized by hackers to install malware on your computer.

4. Difference between Darknet and DeepwebMost people use the words Darknet and Deepweb interchangeably. There is a difference between the
two. Darknet refers to all websites that are not indexed by search engines and so they are not accessible through the conventional browsers and engines. On the other hand, the Deepweb is used to refer or describe the non-“www” networks that can only be accessed using a particular software.

3. Beware of Social Media Malware
The large number of people who use social media on a daily basis to socialize has attracted the attention of hackers who are keen on collecting personal data such as passwords without raising eyebrows through the platforms. Facebook and Twitter are havens for hackers who post fake advertisement links and posts. Clicking on these links can automatically download and install malware to your computer. The hacker can then remotely control all the computers that download the software and use them to launch malicious attacks.

2. Unchecked Attacks
It is estimated that 80-90 million cyber-attacks take place per year. This statistics can be translated into 400 new attacks every minute. In spite of the fact that the government has established measures of identifying these attacks and combatting them, more than 70% of these attacks go unnoticed. There is a need for us to appreciate the importance of maintaining a high website security detail and preventing the attacks from occurring in the first place.

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1. Macs and Apple Applications are Susceptible to Attacks Too
There is a long-standing rumour that Macs and other software developed by Apple are not prone to
attacks and viruses like other conventional applications. It is the high time that we squash that rumour
to protect the current and future generation from attacks. The first thing to note is that hackers have no preference; they can attack virtually any operating system using their advanced surveillance systems. The bottom line is; Macs and other Apple software are not immune to the new era malware and cyber threats.
Indeed, keeping tabs on the new developments in the computer security realm is essential if you want
to stay safe from malware and other malicious software. All is not lost; you can stay safe while online or offline by keeping in mind the above facts and heeding to this advice.

Guest Post By:

Ken Wilson, 

a Tech Guru and Security Specialist at ThePCDoctor – Australia’s Number 1
Computer Support company.

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10 Hidden Notepad Tricks For Computer Wizards - Check Them Out Here

Notepad is simply a generic text editor included with all versions of Microsoft Windows that allows you to open and read plaintext files. It can be used for text formatting, font change, word wrap and page setup and even opening and editing of XML files although it is not the perfect option for doing that.

If you are familiar with windows PC, you should have known that Notepad 📒 is one of the default apps that comes with any Microsoft computer. It is very vital and important to any PC but i bet you don't know some of the hidden tricks you can pull out with this simple app.

Computers are filled with numerous features and most of the features are even hidden. Only the Wizards, geeks and gurus in the tech world knows about these tricks. Today, am going to reveal some of the top "computer Notepad tricks" i know and some i got via researching online. Follow me along...

NOTE 📝
This tutorial contains some dangerous techniques that might harm your computer or another person's computer. It is not intended to cause any damage or to be used against another person. It is just for knowledge and educational purposes, so apply the tricks with caution ⚠ Wizy won't be held responsible for any damage you cause to someone's PC with the application of these tricks!


TOP 10 NOTEPAD TRICKS YOU SHOULD TRY NOW

1. Continuous message repetition
This notepad trick works well for multitasking purposes. The trick allows you repeat messages continuously without doing it manually. To do this, you just have to copy the below code and paste on your notepad.

Set wshShell = wscript.CreateObject("WScript.Shell")
do
wscript.sleep 100
wshshell.sendkeys "Type your message"
loop

After pasting it, just save the file as anyname.vbs, you need to make sure the file is in .vbs format for it to work. Next, open the file and see the trick in action. You will see something like this “type your message, just type anything and see how it will be repeated.


2. Trick To Create Computer Virus
One of the first Notepad trick i learned so many years ago was creating of computer virus. Although it wasn't meant for attaching other peoples computer as i was just practicing and being happy for knowing that trick.
There are different types of virus you can create with Notepad but in this post, i will only unveil one. Notepad can be used to generate a harmful virus for a system. once Please don’t try this on anyone, I’m just revealing for knowledge sake. Once the file is launched gbam!!! SYSTEM INFECTED. To create this file,

=> Open your Notepad program

=> Input the below codes in your notepad. Just copy and paste the codes.

@echo off
color 02
:start
echo %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random%
goto start

=> Save the file as anyname.bat. You can choose to save the file using any name, but make sure it’s in .bat format.

=> Launch the saved files and you’ll have the matrix effect running on your desktop screen

3. Formatting C-Drive With One Click
You can also call this one another virus trick (if it is used dangerously) you can simply create a folder or file that if someone clicks on it, it will format the computer's C drive immediately.
I know of someone that managed to copy the file from my PC, thinking it’s a hidden stuff, because the folder was named “do no open” by me, after he copied the file to his system and launched it… you won't believe what happened next? Lol!!! 😁 The stuff is actually dangerous. It formatted his C drive without wasting time, just with one single click. So, do you like this trick? Okay, to create it, just launch your notepad, copy the below code and paste on your notepad.

01100110011011110111001001101101011000010111010000
100000011000110011101001011100
0010000000101111010100010010111101011000

After that, save the file as anyname.exe.
Be sure the file is saved in exe format because it is important. The file formats are very important in these tutorials. Once someone click on it, it will automatically delete everything on the computer C-drive. Even your own PC so don't try it on yours unless you have backup of your data.

4. Trick To Disable Someone's Internet Connection
Here is yet another dangerous Notepad trick to harm someone or your enemy. Please don't use this casually. Am not supporting wickedness and this tutorial is not intended to cause problem. With Notepad, you can create a harmful file that will automatically disconnect someone's PC internet connection. It release the entire data thus IP address would be lost.
It sounds bad right? Okay. To do this, just copy the below code and paste on your Notepad.

@echo off
Ipconfig /release

After that, save it with anyname.bat. Like i said earlier, it is very dangerous and immediately it is launched, the PC won't be able to connect to the Internet anymore but the only way out of this is by creating another file with this code “IPconfig /renew” without the quotes and the system will return back normally again.


5. Trick To Lock Computer Files
Sometime ago i published a post on this blog on How to lock your system files and folders for security reasons, i advice you to read the post and see how it is done alternatively. But to do it with another method using Notepad, just copy and paste the below code on your notepad.

cls
@ECHO OFF
title Folder Locker
if EXIST "Control Panel.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}" goto UNLOCK
if NOT EXIST Locker goto MDLOCKER
:CONFIRM
echo Are you sure u want to Lock the folder(Y/N)
set/p "cho=>"
if %cho%==Y goto LOCK
if %cho%==y goto LOCK
if %cho%==n goto END
if %cho%==N goto END
echo Invalid choice.
goto CONFIRM
:LOCK
ren Locker "Control Panel.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}"
attrib +h +s "Control Panel.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}"
echo Folder locked
goto End
:UNLOCK
echo Enter password to Unlock folder
set/p "pass=>"
if NOT %pass%==YOUR PASSWORD HERE goto FAIL
attrib -h -s "Control Panel.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}"
ren "Control Panel.{21EC2020-3AEA-1069-A2DD-08002B30309D}" Locker
echo Folder Unlocked successfully
goto End
:FAIL
echo Invalid password
goto end
:MDLOCKER
md Locker
echo Locker created successfully
goto End
:End

From the above code, change the “YOUR PASSWORD HERE” to the password you want to use for file lock. After that, save the file as locker.bat or any name but remember it must be in .BAT format. Once the file is saved, to activate it, double click the file to create a folder, as a new folder named as locker would be created in same location as the file. Next thing to do is to move all the files you want to lock in the folder. Meanwhile, if you wish to unlock 🔓 the folder anytime, just go to the batch file created and double click on it, then type the password and and it will be unlocked 🔓

6. Trick To Force Windows To Shut Down
That face 😔 you wear when your windows PC refuses to shut down. 96% of computer users had experienced this one time or the other of their life and it's not funny honestly. But with the help of Notepad, you can create a file to initiate and force your system to shut down if it proves stubborn.
To do this, just copy and paste the below code in your notepad.

@echo off
* Shutdown computer
shutdown -c “Sleep Tight” –s

After that, save the file as shutdown.bat or any other name you wish but make sure it’s saved in BAT file format. From there you can shut down your system with one click.

7. Trick To Test Anti-virus
Forget about all those non-functioning anti-virus testing software you download. With Notepad, you can test how reliable an Antivirus app is.
It is very simple to create. Just open your notepad, copy and paste the below code to your notepad.

X5O!P%@AP4\PZX54(P^)7CC)7}$EICAR-STANDARD-ANTIVIRUS-TEST-FILE!$H+H*

Once you have copied it, save the filename as anyname.exe. (make sure that the file is in exe file format). Now to test your the reliability of your system Antivirus app, just launch the file and as soon your antivirus attempts to delete the program, it simply indicates that the antivirus is reliable, but if not, your Antivirus is just dead and not functioning. So install another reliable one and make sure you update it regularly.

8. Matrix Effect Trick
This trick is for fun but can also act as virus. What it does is that it generates a matrix like windows which displays random numbers (in green colors) falling down like falling rains on your PC screen. You can use it to prank your friends and colleagues. They will think you are a professional programmer trying to write some programs. To achieve this follow the below steps

=> Open your Notepad program

=> Input the below codes in your notepad. Just copy and paste the codes.

@echo off
color 02
:start
echo %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random% %random%
goto start

=> Save the file as matrix.bat. You can choose to save the file using any name, but make sure it’s in .bat format.

=> Launch the saved files and you’ll have the matrix effect running on your desktop screen.

9. Trick To Make Unlimited Folders
Another virus lookalike trick. Do you know you can create unlimited folders 📁 on your system with Notepad trick? Alright, you as well use it on your friends to show them that you are a Wizard in Techs by creating a bat file of the trick and sharing it to your friends. To do this, copy and paste the below code on your Notepad.

@echo off
:start
md %random%
goto start

Now save the file as anyname.bat, bear in mind it must be in “.bat” format and launch the program and see watch what will happen.

10. Trick To Convert Text To Audio
Finally, do you know you can convert any text file into audio 👂 🔊? This reminds me when i was schooling, i created so many audio versions of my text books and notes and burned it to CD 💿. So even if am doing any other things like washing clothes, i will just be playing the CD and be learning at the same time. It really helped me.

Now to do this with Notepad, copy and paste the below code on your Notepad

Dim msg, sapi
msg=InputBox("Enter your text","Altechgeek audi0 converter")
Set sapi=CreateObject("sapi.spvoice")
sapi.Speak msg

Then save the file name with anyname.vbs (it must be saved with vbs format) then, launch the file on your computer; you’ll be asked to input text which would be converted to audio. Just type all the text you wish to convert to audio. Remember there are apps that you can use to also do this like "google text to speech" and "iPhone text to speech" on mobile devices

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Yea guys, Now you can use some of this tricks to achieve some vital tasks but don't use it with bad intentions. Although there are still some other tricks you can pull out with Notepad but i feel these ones are the major tricks for now. Do you have any other trick? Let us know.

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