Why does my computer heat up?

My computer heats up even though the fan is running on hig and is supposed to cool it.

Instead my laptop sounds like its about to take off.

Asked by Nicole Coutinho on June 13th, 2012 @ 11:32 p.m.
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CPU generate heat in normal operation, the fans help cool it, but they shouln't be spinning hard all the time.

If you machine is making heaps of noise, when it isn't doing lots of processing (or using Flash) isn't good news thou, it could be malware or a virus.  Try running something like http://download.cnet.com/Spyware-Doctor/3000-8022_4-10293212.html to check.

Answered by Ben Timms on June 14th, 2012 @ 12:28 a.m.