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FIX: Windows 10/11 computer keeps freezing issue

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Most users have switched toWindows 10, but they aren’t all pleased with it. One of the major problems that they have reported is that theirWindows 10computer keeps freezing.

This is a serious issue since it can completely ruin the users’ experience. If that’s happening to you too, don’t worry. Apply the following solutions to change that immediately.

What can I do when Windows 10 computer keeps freezing?

What can I do when Windows 10 computer keeps freezing?

1. Check your graphics card drivers

Commonly these issues are related todriverincompatibility, so it’s best that you check for the latestdriverson the manufacturer’s website.

2. Disable your graphics card/WiFi card

In certain cases these issues can be caused by an incompatiblegraphics cardor WiFi card, so maybe you should try disabling it.

In the worst-case scenario, you might want to try changing them completely if not being compatible withWindows 10.

However, replacing your graphic card or WiFi card will break your warranty, so you might want to take your computer to an official repair store.

3. Perform a Winsock Catalog reset

A basic Winsock reset can undo configurations made to the Winsock Catalog inWindows. Lots of people have confirmed this to work, so all you need to do is runnetshin Command Prompt, as described above.

Windows 10freezing issues can be quite frustrating but we hope that some of these solutions were helpful to you.

Have the above procedures failed? Take a leap of faith andincrease Virtual Memoryor turn off Link State Power Management.

Should you have any problems with the above procedures, remember that we are here to help. In case of know other types of potentially working solutions, feel free to let us know by using the comments area below.

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Ivan Jenic

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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.

When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.

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Ivan Jenic

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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.