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Why does my computer take off typing with out me?

Posted By : julie of Katharine Gibbs School - New York on October 12, 2004

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why when i begin typing email, my computer takes off typing without me when i am not touching the keyboard? this happens in other areas also, on documents or on the address bar. it is like someone else is using my if email and computer from somewhere else..what is going on? I installed virus material, not enough?N. seeeeee, I did NOT TYPE THAT "N" YOU SEE HERE!

This question was answered on October 12, 2004. Much of the information contained herein may have changed since posting.


The problem may be dirty contact Some debris has conductive properties and can therefore short the keys Very high humidity and excess moisture may also cause this problem Try cleaning the keys switch with contact cleaner If cleaning the keyboard doesn’t work try exchanging the keyboard

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Posted by julie of Katharine Gibbs School - New York on October 12, 2004

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