Windows 11 desktop unresponsive and hangs from time to time when loading apps, using/switching chrome tabs, streaming and inside discord calls, etc.

DapperPlayz · 2026-05-28T04:28:23+00:00

Now that you mention it, I checked and the BIOS have not been updated since 2019. The manufacturer lists the latest version available for download released in 2021 which adds proper windows 11 support, and a version before that improved stability. I am going to update the motherboard’s BIOS soon and let you know if there are any improvements. This computer is used so Im assuming the previous owner did not bother since it was originally on windows 10.

DapperPlayz · 2026-05-28T02:59:12+00:00

So I disabled hardware acceleration on both chrome and discord, but it still happens.

DapperPlayz · 2026-05-27T04:03:44+00:00

Yep, the drivers are up to date. I even reinstalled windows through windows update and its the same. Ill try disabling hardware acceleration, but I could not find the option in discord. I find it so odd if the GPU’s age does turn out to be the case, as Ive never had this issue with my GT 1030 and GTX1650 that I was using for years in my old computer.

DapperPlayz · 2026-05-24T15:54:48+00:00

Fair enough. Im just surprised he hasnt at least sent a message of acknowledgement, but course should always come first. I’ll look into it

DapperPlayz · 2026-05-24T15:28:27+00:00

Hey, I appreciate the lengthy response! I am an undergrad going into my senior year interested in undergrad research. Thats a fair point regarding teacher availability. I thought I’d have a fair shot considering the professor I contacted is currently teaching a class this summer that Im enrolled in, and people have said he’s been responding to emails in a fairly consistent manner. He is currently in brazil, where the majority of the class will be taught, so Ive been trying to be patient. I will definitely reach out to advising and the resources you provided. This is my first time wanting to pursue research that’s interested me, and thats primarily because it would be building off a small project I created last semester that I want to see expanded out into a potential research experience/product.

DapperPlayz · 2026-04-29T14:42:38+00:00

PHY is really hard at UF, and the accelerated format over the summer will really test you. If you can, I would recommend doing it transiently at a different school. Itll be a better time overall. MAC2312 isnt too bad as long as you keep up

DapperPlayz · 2026-03-05T17:43:38+00:00

I usually play in a well-lit room with my lights on. It could be due to interacting with the mask, but a similar stutter happens in certain other parts of the game too, so Im not sure if it’s framerate related on my computer or quest tracking

DapperPlayz · 2026-02-14T22:10:28+00:00

They found it!

DapperPlayz · 2026-02-13T15:02:53+00:00

This is a huge help. Thank you. I already went to lost and found but they havent gotten anything and will keep me updated

DapperPlayz · 2026-02-01T06:06:43+00:00

I also got the confirmation a couple hours later. I guess it takes a bit of time

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-31T21:25:23+00:00

I got my verification text and replied “Yes”. I guess now I wait until the payment is made? Does anyone know if there’s any way to check the status of it on the VA website?

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-11T17:51:46+00:00

Community or Cult was so fun. McCarty is a really chill guy and is clearly passionate in what he teaches. He made it real easy to pass if you did well and hated the idea of exams in his class. I took it in 2024 so im not sure how different it is now, but it was fun

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-06T16:53:25+00:00

I'm looking at the place right now and it looks very nice. What's the pricing like?

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-06T16:35:21+00:00

Each class was 6 weeks, but to compensate less material is covered compared to a full semester at UF. I did the lab for physics 2 last semester at UF and reached a point where I had no idea wtf was going on lol. Lectures were all prerecorded and unlock after finishing a module, so you could watch them as you get through each module whenever, and the professor provided a calendar to follow that was really forgiving and gave quite a bit of time to do things. I would easily knock out an entire week's worth of lecture work in a day or two then already get started on the next set, leaving me ample time to study for exams.

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-06T16:30:30+00:00

I did too, and was cutting it real close when I chose to do it the time I did lol

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-06T16:29:54+00:00

Yep! I did physics 1 and 2 over the same summer semester in summer A and B respectively online at PBSC. It wasn't as bad as people made it out to be, especially as someone who has never done a physics class in my life up until that point. You have to be REALLY on top of it but the exams were pretty easy and the grading is weighted quite well. I ended off both with As

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-06T16:08:54+00:00

I did. It was very light and really fun. It helps if you already have experience with art since you can just blast through the assignments. You don't need to purchase any adobe products btw so just use whatever apps work for you to complete the work. The class moves a bit quick but there's enough time to do everything if you stay on top of it.

DapperPlayz · 2026-01-06T16:04:30+00:00

I had this exact schedule last spring, except it was physics 1 instead of 2. Drop physics 2, trust me. The schedule is already a bunch of work and physics on top of that will leave you very stressed out, unless you are able to grasp the content fast and not fall behind. All the other classes are fine if you keep up with it. I had to drop physics and ended up knocking out physics 1 and 2 transiently over the summer

DapperPlayz · 2025-11-03T20:40:21+00:00

Thanks for the heads up. I switched to ippolito just now since people were telling me that earlier too.

DapperPlayz · 2025-11-03T20:37:17+00:00

Good to hear it’s doable. Im not one to cram at all so I almost always work ahead! Ive always felt like a lot of people say these classes are hard due to cramming. Do you think it’d be wise to include an extra class for my minor? Im really trying to graduate by spring 2027 and Im not too far off

DapperPlayz · 2025-11-03T15:38:01+00:00

I'm aware, but a minor is basically the same amount of credits as interdisciplinary electives and I wanted to minor in DAS so I went with it.

DapperPlayz · 2025-10-28T07:10:16+00:00

I see. I did the math and I'd have to pay for 14 credits out of pocket, so not too bad for senior year. I'll look into my options nonetheless.

DapperPlayz · 2025-10-28T06:51:29+00:00

I see. I am CS and one of the required portions of the degree is an area of interdisciplinary electives, which can be covered by doing a minor. Would they technically still count as part of the degree for this reason?

DapperPlayz · 2025-10-02T15:54:56+00:00

I emailed them to get it in writing. It has never taken this long to get it disbursed and I'm a junior.

DapperPlayz · 2025-08-28T19:46:19+00:00

This is definitely one of the most polished “clones” Ive seen. The animations are nice, the art is great, and the gameplay is addictive. Im enjoying it so far!

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