Computer Dying? Troubleshooting Tips

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The discussion focuses on troubleshooting issues with an old computer exhibiting blinking pink and green colors, along with erratic mouse pad behavior. Users are advised to test the system with different mouse and monitor components to determine if the problems stem from these peripherals rather than the computer itself. Substituting these devices can help confirm or eliminate potential causes without incurring additional costs. The conversation also touches on a positive note regarding a recent website redesign.

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I have a really old (not sure how old) pc but it keeps blinking pink(ish) and green colors and the left button on the mouse pad will click but the derned PC thinks I'm holding it down sometimes.
 
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The problems may be to do with the mouse and the monitor, rather than the PC itself.
If possible try substituting a different mouse and monitor, to eliminate (or confirm) that possibility.
Hopefully you could borrow them from somewhere for purpose of testing this, rather than have to purchase.
 
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Thanks! By the way, the new designe on the website is kinda phunkey, I like it! (Who renovated it?)
 

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