Don't you hate it...

[yyz2112]

This is starting to smell like a "hey guys, can you help me ($$$)?" thread.

 

[Mor Paul]

This is starting to smell like a "hey guys, can you help me ($$$)?" thread.

Not at all. It just isn't fun when other expenses take priority over guitars. I think I'm getting a new laptop soon, though. Shopping now.

 

[blue313]

If the ram check came out clean. It might not be a horrible idea to reformat and reinstall the OS/etc. Getting a clean start every now and then can smooth things out a bit.

+100.  If its acting OK now, get your goods off to an external and plan to reformat.  It sucks and takes an afternoon but it's good for cleaning out the accumulated clutter.

 

[Mor Paul]

Actually, in an unexpected twist, my parents are giving me $300, and lending me $200 for a new computer. After 4 years, it may just be time to upgrade.
I hate reinstalling everything, so I'll see what can be done with my current computer, but within a week or two, I'll show you guys my new Warmoth Addiction Device.

 

[Kublai]

I don't think this is the problem, but you may want to look anyway.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34223754/ns/technology_and_science-security

 

[Steve_Karl]

I'm not sure if I can check the RAM. I would check it on my computer, but I can't start it up  :sad1:

"ramprobe" or "memtest86+" are both good ram test programs

Google them and they'll be easy to find.
They run in DOS either off a floppy or burn an ISO to make a bootable CD.

 

[Mor Paul]

Well, I've got a new computer now. HP Pavilion dv4-2040us.  :blob7:

 

[jimbo]

Nice! Looks pretty solid.