Computer trouble

[memnus]

I really don't want to ask Schmack, because there are a few self-righteous people there that would just snark. My desktop has lately taken to random reboots, and a freshly updated McAfee can't find anything in the way of viruses. So ... um... is there a better (free) way to scan for viruses? Could this be hardware trouble? This computer is pushing three years old.

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[gdarklighter.livejournal.com]

I am told that AVG Free is a good program, but I have no experience with any antivirus software and am not the best source. I'd also do the requisite adware/spyware scan.

There's always the possibility that you're having hardware trouble. You might consider giving your computer a healthy dose of compressed air (I have some you can borrow if necessary) and making sure all your components are seated properly (pay extra attention to your RAM). Make sure all your fans are working properly and consider monitoring your computer's temperature to make sure it's not a heat-related issue. That's all I can think of.

Worst-case scenario, you back up your data and try a format and reinstall to see if that fixes things.

[lorimt]

The website for AVG free seems to be having difficulty actually following through with the key needed to actually install. I have a copy with a key, if you want to try it.