Is My PC Toast?

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I’ve got a 13th-gen i5 processor along with an RTX 3060, and I can’t seem to get any Windows updates or driver installs to work anymore. I built this PC about a year ago, so I’m wondering if it’s time to panic or what?

3 Answers

FixItFred_89 -

Yeah, starting fresh with a complete reinstall can really help. Sometimes updates get stuck due to corrupted files or settings, so wiping everything and installing again can be a lifesaver.

TechWiz_99 -

First off, what specific updates are you having trouble with? Is it just the major upgrades like Windows 11, or are all updates failing? That info might help narrow down the issue.

Reboot_Ranger -

You know, I’ve been in a similar boat before. I’d seriously consider doing a clean reinstall of Windows. It usually clears up any weird issues you’re having with updates and stuff.

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