Blue Screen Of Death Causes

The Infamous Blue Screen of Death: Causes and Quick Fixes

What Is the Meaning of BSOD?

The Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is a critical system error that occurs when Windows encounters a fatal error and is unable to recover. It displays a blue screen with white text, indicating the error code and some technical information.

What Causes Blue Screens of Death?

BSODs are typically caused by hardware or software issues, such as:

• Hardware malfunctions (RAM, hard drive, video card)
• Outdated or incompatible drivers
• Software conflicts
• Registry errors
• Malware infections

Specify Whether Windows Restarts When a BSOD Occurs

To prevent data loss, you can configure Windows to restart automatically after a BSOD. To do this:

1. Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.
2. Type "sysdm.cpl" and press Enter.
3. Go to the "Advanced" tab.
4. Under "Startup and Recovery," select "Settings."
5. Uncheck the box for "Automatically restart."
6. Click "OK" to save the changes.