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4 things to try when your computer will not start
1) Stay calm: That is the first, and most important, thing.
2) Check the basics: Sometimes the solution is extremely simple: is your PC connected to the main socket, and is the socket actually switched on? Is the monitor cable firmly connected to the back of the computer?
3) Listen carefully: try to identify any peculiar sounds, such as a loud clicking or a rattling noise. These might be symptoms of problems causing the problem.
4) Read the related article: ‘5 things to try when your computer stops working’
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