How to Unfreeze My Computer?

Wait 30–60 seconds to see if the computer responds

Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete

Open Task Manager

End the unresponsive program

Press Alt+Tab to switch windows

Press Win+Ctrl+Shift+B to restart the graphics driver

Save your work if the system responds

Restart the computer if it is still frozen

Hold the power button for 5–10 seconds if it will not restart normally

Unplug external devices and try again

Check for overheating

Run a malware scan after restarting

Update drivers and operating system

Check available RAM and storage space

Restart in Safe Mode if freezing continues

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