Getting YouTube Video Blank Screen on Toshiba Computer

YouTube is the most used video sharing and online watching portal on World Wide Web. Suppose you’re going to watch a trailer of a movie or an advertisement on YouTube but getting only blank rectangle instead of the video then what will be your first reaction? Recently, I got same problem at my Toshiba laptop with Windows 7. Troubleshooting this strange problem has taken the complete day. To save you from this mess, we’ll discuss the steps performed to resolve the blank screen issue of YouTube.



Disclaimer: We’ll not take any guarantee or warrantee of the steps discussed in this blog post and their results. If you’re not so much technical to understand or perform this troubleshooting then contact Toshiba Technical Support.

Restore Point
Create a Restore Point in the first place before performing any kind of troubleshooting. It will help you to restore the computer if it faces any problem due to the steps mentioned in this write up.

Clear Browsing History
Clear the browsing history of the browser in which you’re facing the problem. You can disable all the installed add-ons and then check whether YouTube videos work or not. Also, try to watch the YouTube videos in other browsers too. If the problem seems to be with the browser only, then try to uninstall and reinstall it.

Troubleshooting Adobe Flash
Go to the Control Panel > Show all icons > Programs & Features, check whether Adobe Flash is installed or not. If it is installed then uninstall it. Visit the Uninstall Flash for Windows page to download the uninstaller for your Windows. Run it and then remove the flash player completely.

After that, visit the Adobe.com and install the latest version of the Flash Player in the selected browser.

Troubleshooting the Java Run Time
Check Programs & Features for Java Run Time. If it is installed then you’ve to uninstall it. Now, visit the Java Run time download page to have latest Java in your computer. Try to view YouTube video now. We hope the problem get resolved. If not then it is the time to check the graphics driver.

Updating the Graphics Driver
Go to the Control Panel > Show All icons > System and click the ‘Device Manager’ in the left hand sidebar. Click plus sign in front of Display Adapters and select the installed Display driver. Please write down the make and model of the graphics card. Right click on to select Properties. Go to the Driver Tab, note down the driver version such as ‘8.0.15.16485’. Facing any problem in detecting the graphic card make and driver version, then call Toshiba technical support.

Now, visit the Website of Display Card manufacturer e.g. intel.com for Intel display card, nvidia.com and amd.com etc. Search for the make & model of the display card at the Website to find out the latest drivers. Download them at a proper place and then install the latest graphic drivers. Restart the computer. Now, try to watch the YouTube videos to check whether problem has been resolved or not.

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Does it worth to upgrade to Windows 7?

Windows XP was released in the year 2001. According to W3Schools, it was the most used Operating System to access the Internet from September 2003 to July 2011. After that, Windows Vista was launched in 2007 but could not get the tremendous success like that of XP. Numerous reasons are listed for its failure. To cover up with Vista disaster, Microsoft launched its successor named Windows 7. It is the latest version of Microsoft Windows OS available in the market and being offered frequently by OEMs as well. So does it worth to upgrade to Windows 7? Is there any problem if we upgrade from XP to it? Let us try to find out the answers of such questions with this post.



A successful try to cover Vista failure

Windows Vista has numerous problems and it is sure to have a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) if you’re using it. One even doesn’t know when the OS crashes and he/she is unable to restore the computer. Windows 7 is a successor the Vista and the companies including OEM & Microsoft started offering free or low cost upgrade from Vista to 7. If you’re thinking to upgrade to Windows 7 then you can also avail Windows 7 tech support.

Better Windows Aero

Windows Aero is a component of Windows Vista too, but it is much better in Windows 7. Here, Aero shows
1.    glass effects on the window frames
2.    Windows in Flip 3D style while switching the programs using Windows Key + Tab combination
3.    rectangular snippets of opened Windows while switching the program using ALT + Tab key combination
4.    snippet of the minimized windows on hovering the mouse hover them in the taskbar
If Windows Aero is not working in then there is a problem with the Graphics driver or Windows itself. We suggest you to call the Microsoft Support.

Developer Mode

Windows 7 features the Windows Powershell, which helps you to develop the customized Shell-based applications.

XP Mode

Do you still miss the Windows XP? Then you can use free Microsoft Virtual PC with Windows XP mode to have a virtual XP operating system on Windows 7. You can use this to use the program, which are only compatible with XP only. You can also take help of third-party Microsoft Support to install this XP mode and configure the selected programs.

Conclusion

If you need a better environment for working and an idol PC experience, then the Windows 7 is the ultimate choice. You can also take help of Windows 7 tech support for upgrading your previous Windows to Windows 7.

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Online PC Support- A cheap tech support option

The most important tool that we frequently use in this era is Computer or PC whatever we choose to call it. The extensive use of the machine makes it mandatory to have a support function always ready for it due to its complexity and online pc support has proved to be the cheapest and most convenient way as it is available 24*7 and that too online. Computer is now a days a very important and integral part of everyone’s life due to its high influence on us in all dimensions of our life. And it would not be an extreme statement if we say that in last few years it has become an indispensable part of everybody’s life.



We can’t think about living without a computer because we start using it from the very beginning of our life even when we had not started our school. Due to its extensive use and wide spectrum of technicality involved, it always required a support system for its smooth functioning and online pc support proved to be a good option after seeing the cost involved. Cost is something which has always been high in terms of buying new ones or getting the old ones repaired. We have always been looking forward to getting a cheap support so that we could keep using it without any disturbance. Online pc support has proved to be a real boon for individual as well as bulk users, because of the fact that it’s available round the clock and also it is really cheap in comparison to any other available support in the market.

The possibility of getting cheap tech support has made the use of pc more reliable and convenient for the people around the globe. After seeing the extensive and wide use of computers worldwide it really becomes very important to arrange for cheap tech support in the form of online pc support in order to assist the highly demanding global business environment. This service is really helpful ad highly cost effective for everyone be it an individual or organization. The kind of role it plays its mandatory to have a support function always ready seeing the technicality involved with it which is of course very complex and needs expertise to handle. Tinkering will always result in involving more cost into it as it can result in serious issues.

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Update Antivirus for Efficient and Fast Running of System

Computer Virus is rising as a high stage security problem for users and companies using technology products, and thus installation of Antivirus is the foremost solution to keep your products running fast.



Hackers deliberately design these dangerous Viruses to secretly monitor the user's computer behavior and collect its personal data, including Internet surfing habit and websites visited by the user. 

Antivirus programs are required to remove unwanted Virus and Adware programs from the system and are easy to obtain. An efficient Antivirus program ensures an immunization option to protect you from malicious software with a single mouse click. 

You must go for online support services for setup and installation of Antivirus, if you are looking for successful defense tools and procedures. Highly trained tech support experts offer flexibility, low maintenance and centralized consoles to remove Virus and other wrong things.

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Online Technical Support for Computer & Laptop @ Nominal Rates

Online technical support services are proving to be the most preferred alternative of millions of customers. Instant solutions are provided by remote computer repair or laptop repair. You do not only save time and effort by going to the nearest computer technician, you also have the chance to know how you can troubleshoot the next time your computer has the same issues again.




Online PC support allows online technicians to access your computer with the help of remote connection after acquiring proper permissions and spots errors in your PC and fixes them in the usual way by giving the needed treatment.

Online computer support ensures that there is no waiting period by avoiding queues at the computer repair shop and gives you the mental peace that your computer is safe and sound even if there is some problem.

Online repair suit you best if you require it to be done very quickly and the most advantageous thing is that you need not to disconnect everything to add some time saving in the process.

Online computer support has been a proven unsurpassed form of computer support in place, provided through phone, mail, chat and remote desktop.

Excellent customer care is provided as online technicians are oriented as such. Each issue however big or small, is equally important and expected to receive the same amount of attention and expertise.

Online computer support is available 24×7 and all through the year, just required to dial the number of the service provider. And to avail online computer support it is required to pay very small amount for enjoying state of the art diagnostic and troubleshoot service for hassle-free computing.

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Installation of Antivirus on PC and Laptop

Antivirus software is a program that attempts to combat malware such as virus, Trojan horse and worms. It employs a variety of strategies like searching for known patterns in malware executable code.



Viruses and spyware are very dangerous to your computer that leads to destruction of the computer and corrupted data. They are the gateways through which hacker's access personal information stored on the machine.

Many users install antivirus software that can detect and eliminate known viruses after the computer downloads or runs the executable. Some antivirus programs are able to scan opened files in addition to sent and received emails in a similar manner.

Online virus removal is one of the most popular services offered now a days and online services are claiming to completely clean viruses as long as the end user has a working internet connection.

The support is provided through internet connection and raises question on its safety, but most of the service providers are using high-end encryption technology to serve their clients and also provides utmost care toward customer's satisfaction.

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Online technical support : Easy way of troubleshooting computer problems

Computers are now part of life. They have changed the whole world. There might be a situation when you face problems with working of your computer.

A computer is a machine with hardware and software components. Operating system on your computer is software and manages computer hardware resources to provide common services. Your computer might not work if the software is not compatible with the hardware. There may be some other reasons also for problem in working of the computer.    

If you are not able to take faulty computer to any nearby technician’s shop and wait for long time, online technical support is the right option. There are many third party solution providers on the Internet. You can get their services 24x7 and 365 days a year. For this, you have to pay only a small amount.

A user having an Internet connection can get online tech support for his computer related problems at the workplace. There are various options available on the Internet for the solution seekers. You can opt for solution for the time being or opt for long term subscription plan.

Online tech support services are available for software related problems. Online Technical Support is getting popular among computer users very rapidly because it provides the ease of use to them.  

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