Things You'll Need:
- Computer
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Step 1
Search for the "System and Maintenance" tool in the "Task Manager" of the "Control Panel." This is the first step to preventing any risk to your PC. By doing so, you will also become more familiar with the system.
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Step 2
Click on the "Performance Information and Tools" option from the menu. The updated setting will inform you of any previous or current activity.
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Step 3
Browse the settings and search for the "Windows Diagnostic Infrastructure." This framework will not only report problems, but will also help address troubleshooting your PC.
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Step 4
Find the option for "Disk Diagnostics." This feature will trace disk failures, even those you may not know about. When potential risks are detected, procedures for data back-up, replacement and restoration will be available to the user.
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Step 5
Choose the option "Memory Diagnostics" and you will have a quick update on crashes and OS problems due to poor memory. A memory test will be scheduled as soon as you restart your PC, if a defective memory is diagnosed as a source of the trouble.
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Step 6
Click on the "Network Diagnostics" tool to determine the reason behind the failure of the Internet connectivity. This tool will help check the connections, provide support and offer easy access to troubleshooting.
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Step 7
Learn when resources are identified as critical with the "Resource Exhaustion Prevention." This tool helps you identify the cause of system failure which may result in several crashes and data loss that cripples the operation of your PC.
