• We hope you have a fantastic holiday season to close out 2025! Thank you all so much for being part of the Tom's Guide community!

Games are freezing up and apps won't load

Dchap209

Estimable
Nov 24, 2015
1
0
4,510
Games are freezing up and downloading apps are not downloading I just keep acting like they are
 
Hi,

Do try these troubleshooting steps that may help.
- Start by doing virus/malware cleanup.
- Here's a link you can use: http://www.tomsguide.com/faq/id-1691891/removing-malware-proven-completely-remove-bitcoin-mining-malware.html
- After doing a virus cleanup do uninstall/reinstall the graphics card driver.
- Uninstall the graphics card driver and software from Device Manager and Programs and Features.
- Download and install the latest driver from the manufacturers site and reboot your laptop.