Dell 1427 setup guide If a program stops responding, Click Applications, Click End Task

If a program stops responding —

End the program:

1.Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.

2.Click Applications.

3.Click the program that is no longer responding.

4.Click End Task.

If a program crashes repeatedly — Check the software documentation. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the media (CD or DVD).

If the computer stops responding —

NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.

Turn off the computer. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your pointer using the touch pad or mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your computer.

Troubleshooting

If a program is designed for an earlier

Microsoft® Windows® operating system — Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating system environments.

1.Click Start → Control Panel → Programs →

Use an older program with this version of Windows.

2.In the welcome screen, click Next.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

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