When faced with runtime errors the best thing to do is confront them. Trying to run away from them only aggravates the situation. The causes for runtime errors are often misunderstood. Taking the first step in understanding runtime errors will bring us closer to eliminating them from our computers. Runtime errors are so easy to fix that even a computer novice can tackle them.

Runtime errors as a rule come to pass due to incomplete installation. Incomplete installation would also mean that certain files or folders required to run the program have gone missing or are not found in the directory.

It is impossible to replace the missing files manually, and as such, the only way to solve this problem is to uninstall and reinstall the program in question. However, just remember to keep a back up copy of all the files or documents just in case something unexpected happens while reinstalling the program.

Some programs, specially the ones that are downloaded free from the Internet, might need patches or bug fixes for them to operate properly. If these programs are giving you problems, keep an eye out for updates and patches. The manufacturer's webpage is a good place to go for such information. When they are available you should install these updates and patches accordingly and expectantly, your problems will be solved.

The easiest method to solving the problem of runtime errors is to use the Ctrl-Alt-Del method whereby programs are closed one by one by means of the Windows Task Manager window to discover which program is causing the runtime error. As runtime errors are usually linked to programs, it is imperative that you notice which programs are causing the problem. To fix it, just click 'end task' on the selected program.

Runtime errors can also come about due to virus attacks. These viruses might have deleted or removed certain files from your system. Per se, the only way out is to use an anti-virus software, to do away with these viruses.