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 Fixing a Windows 10 Critical Error.

10/11/2015

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 This morning, I logged on to my computer at the usual time, 8am. But, instead of the system operating perfectly as usual, the screen displayed a Critical Error message, with assurances that they'd try to fix the error next time I logged on.

This has happened before. It took about 8 hours before I could use the computer again.

I'm not technically savvy. Nope. But I wouldn't let it beat me.

This time, after logging on and consequently shutting everything down, over and over again, I had an electric light moment.

When the screen first opened, I could choose Windows 10 or System Restore.

I chose the latter, crossing my fingers against anything going wrong.

When it finally opened—a wait of 1 or 2 minutes—System Restore came with a message that all personal data would be erased.

I didn't want that, so I quickly clicked on the X to cancel.

What happened next surprised me. The opening music accompanied the full working screen.

Phew! So that's what I'll do next time.

Any problems with your computer?

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Ruthanne link
10/11/2015 04:42:27 am

Whew! Glad everything worked out ok! We had Windows 8, but really didn't like it (didn't add anything but extra steps), so we didn't upgrade to Windows 10. Will keep our Office updated, and current, though.

My Dad, a retired computer programmer, explained to me that the operating system a computer is issued with, is best not updated. Your computer will run faster.

That's why we're not updating to Windows 10 - but will keep the rest of the updates active. Never done this before... will see how it goes.

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Alana link
10/11/2015 05:19:02 am

I reserved a copy of Windows 10 but decided not to upgrade. Over the years, my computer slogan has been "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". Now, I'm glad I decided to keep the status quo.

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Danny link
10/11/2015 06:27:35 am

I've had issues with Windows 10 too... I had to reset my pc twice but didnt lose any personal data so I'm alright with that....I had windows 7 earlier and yes, personally would have stuck with that one!

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Nick #thisyearinmusic link
10/11/2015 09:18:32 am

I haven't upgraded yet, I've not heard good things, so I'm going to put it off for as long as possible. Thanks for reminding me I made the right choice.

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Eli link
10/11/2015 02:08:05 pm

Puh! good for you:-) Fortunately not any major problems:-) yet....not upgraded either...

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Corinne Rodrigues link
10/11/2015 08:52:06 pm

Oh dear! Those are scary moments for us bloggers to live through. Glad all is well, Francene.

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Amy link
10/12/2015 04:33:32 am

Yikes, Francene! That's scary! My husband tells me that I ought to periodially download all my content onto a flashdrive (just in case) but I rarely take the time to do it. Better safe than sorry, though!

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