A laptop that does not boot is always a source for concern and even panic in some cases. If you are like many people, your laptop not only serves as a source of entertainment, but also as a repository ...

Laptops can feel hot or warm for a variety of reasons. Diagnosing the problem isn't exactly clear-cut, so you may need to try various troubleshooting techniques. A hot laptop isn't usually indicative ...

When you press the power button of your laptop, most of us expect it to come to life almost immediately. It's a routine action, but when the screen remains dark and the familiar hum of the machine ...

A burning smell emitting from your laptop indicates that your machine's cooling system is not functioning properly. If your laptop smells like something is burning, this usually means that your ...

Are you grappling with a non-charging laptop despite being plugged in? This frustrating problem can arise from various causes, including loose connections, faulty adapters, or outdated drivers. Fear ...

This sample chapter, taken from Upgrading and Repairing Laptops, 2nd Edition, discusses how to fix some laptop and portable PC hardware problems. Troubleshooting laptop and portable PC hardware ...

If your laptop isn't connecting to a hotspot, try turning the hotspot off and on again. Make sure you are close enough to the hotspot, as distance can affect the Wi-Fi connection. Restart your laptop ...

Jeff Werner is a software engineer and has been writing this column since 2007. Question: I have a Dell Inspiron laptop that just stopped working. It won’t turn on when I depress the on switch. I ...

Jeff Werner is a software engineer and has been writing this column since 2007. Question: About every 3 weeks my audio does not work. I have Windows 11 after Microsoft upgraded me to 11. Now audio ...