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How to reboot your computer
I can't stress enough how frustrated I am with my Windows computers lately. Since using OneDrive, things have just spiraled downhill.
Today, after enjoying a blissful 3-day break from my computer, I switched it on with the intention of seeking help on an Android forum. I needed advice on connecting a Kenwood radio in my wife's newly acquired 2002 Toyota Tacoma using an Android app from Google Play. As I was typing my query on the Android Central forum, my screen froze out of nowhere, and I was met with an alarming message:
Now, onto an email mishap: I had already taken a screenshot that I wanted to include here, but when I tried to retrieve it, Outlook acted up and displayed the error message 1725502984440.png. Consequently, I can't even send myself an email now. I will update once I make some progress, assuming I ever regain access to my email.
As for the other computer issue... The error message, akin to a Microsoft Blue Screen (accompanied by a sad emoji), reads: "Your device encountered a problem and needs to restart. We are in the process of gathering error information and will reboot shortly...0% complete... For more details on this issue and potential fixes, check out the Experience the Power of AI with Windows 11 OS, Computers, & Apps | Microsoft Windows site. If you decide to contact support, provide them with this information: Stop code: CLOCK WATCHDOG TIMEOUT." This message has lingered on the screen for over 2 hours now. I can't restart or turn off the laptop since everything is frozen on the screens. I'm left with no option but to wait for the battery to drain completely.
HELP! What steps should I take next?
P.S. I'm sending this message from another computer now.