3. How to Remove New Software That Causes Problems
If you experience a blue screen or spinning ball after installing new software, the best step is to remove it.
Using the Uninstall Feature in Windows:
- Enter Safe Mode as described.
- Open the Control Panel, then select Programs and Features.
- Find the newly installed software, right-click, and select Uninstall.
Using the Uninstall Feature on Mac:
- Enter Safe Mode.
- Open the Applications folder, and find the app you want to delete.
- Drag the app to Trash or use the uninstall option if available.
Computer Slow at Startup? Disable Unnecessary Programs
1. Managing the Task Manager in Windows
One of the reasons why a computer is slow when it starts up is the large number of programs that automatically run. To speed things up, you can disable unnecessary programs.
Find and Disable Intrusive Programs:
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open the Task Manager.
- Select the Startup tab to see all the programs running at startup.
- Check each program and know what it does. If you don’t need anything, right-click and select Disable.
- After disabling non-essential programs, restart your computer to see the results.
2. Set Up Login Items on the Mac
Mac users can also experience slow startup because many applications are running while logged in. Removing the app from the sign-in list can help speed up this process.
How to Remove an App from the Login List:
- Open System Preferences from the Apple menu.
- Select Users & Groups, then select your account.
- Click the Login Items tab to see the apps launched when you log in.
- Select the app you want to remove and click the minus (-) button below the list.
- When you’re done, close the window and restart your computer.
Dealing with Locked CD/DVD Drives
Dealing with a locked CD/DVD drive can be very annoying, especially when you need the disc. Here are some practical ways to eject a stuck disk.
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1. Manual Method to Eject a Disk
Using Paper Clips for Drive Tray-Loading
If your computer has a tray-loading drive, you can use a paper clip to eject the stuck disk.
Steps:
- Take a paper clip and straighten one of the ends.
- Locate the small hole under the drive tray.
- Insert the end of the paper clip into the hole and gently push it until the tray opens.
Gravity Techniques for Slot-Loading Drives
For computers with slot-loading drives, you can use gravity to help eject the disk.
Steps:
- Rotate the computer so that the drive slot is facing down.
- Press the eject button and let gravity help lower the disc from the slot.
2. Using a Credit Card for a Stuck Disk
If the above doesn’t work, you can use a credit card as a tool.
- Grab two credit cards or plastic cards that are flexible enough.
- Insert one card under the disc and another on top of the disc, so that the two cards are facing each other.
- Gently press down on both cards together and pull out the disk. Make sure not to use too much force so as not to damage the drive.