Monday, July 6, 2009

Runtime Error Message Fixes - How to Fix Widespread Computer Runtime Errors

By Anne Torres

When you run various programs on your computer at the same time, you increase the chances that some of the programs will experience runtime errors. These widespread errors are often annoying and can every now and then lead to vulnerabilities on your computer where you could encounter Spyware, viruses or adware.

There are a number of easy solutions to these problems, but to accurately fix them you have to know the root problem. If you do not know the root problem, you can start running fixes until the problem is resolved.

The primary step is to run a virus scan or antivirus program on your computer. This will help you rule out that a virus is causing your error messages. There are several free Antispyware programs on the market today, which you can employ.

If after the virus scan, you are still encountering the same message, it may be because the program is broken and needs to be reinstalled. You will need to uninstall it and then reinstall it on your system. Before you go the step of uninstalling and reinstalling, you may want to visit the manufacturer's site and see if there are any patches or updates to be downloaded that may solve your difficulty.

If you have taken the steps of reinstalling the program and you are still encountering very similar issues, it's time to look at your computer's memory. If you routinely run many programs at the same time, your computer may not be capable of running them all. You might have to either turn some system operations off or buy more memory.

If you have pooped all of the options above, it's probably time to check with an expert. The place where you bought your computer may offer support or you can check with a local IT firm. You may also want to consult the software manufacturer and see if it has any recommendations for fixing the problems.

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