Have You Tried Re-Starting Your Computer?

Have you tried a re-start?

A few years ago I was working at Digiscope in Los Angeles on an animated film, and was experiencing some technical trouble with my Mac. 

Growling and grumbling about computers and IT, I stomped down the hall to the IT Dept, only to see a big sign in bold font on the door saying "Have You Tried Re-Starting Your Computer?".  I stopped, paused, went back to my room, re-started the Mac and...everything worked fine.

If your machine isn't working, try re-starting your computer. Around 50% of technical problems can be solved with a re-start.   Even better, close your computer down,, wait a minute or two and then start it up again.  Sometimes this works even where a re-start has failed.

Technology

Good advice

Technology will drive you nuts. Part of the skill set that a junior animator needs to acquire is the ability to learn how to solve problems, by keeping a cool head and always understanding that the solution, however frustrating, is out there somewhere. 

If your tech is tripping you up, don't panic, there is always a way around the problem.  Keep calm and carry on - follow the steps to solve the problem. See the links below for some suggestions on solving tech problems.

Tech Resources at Animation Apprentice

For more tech resources, follow the links below:

• Tech Problems - And How to Solve Them
• How to Create The Perfect Workstation
• What kind of laptop Should our Students Buy? 
• What Kind of Tablet Should Our Students Buy?
• How to Solve Tech Problems - Video
• Blender -v- Maya. Which is Best?
• Should Animators Run the Latest Version of Maya?
• Six Tips to Make Maya Run Faster

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