I have been getting a huge problem with my keyboard and mouse lately (P/S2 ports). They will sometimes freeze at random intervals for a few seconds. Sometimes the connection doesn't come back though and I'm forced to restart to reuse my keyboard and mouse. In fact, my keyboard went out for a few seconds twice while I was tying this journal.

I have no idea when it happens, but it seems to be when the computer is loading something, I think? Also, my computer's side vent was blocked for a few days because my mother thought it was a good idea to move it against a wall.

Last night, I have cleaned the computer out with some compressed air.

Does anyone have advice for a situation like this? I really can't afford a new PC at this point. I'm nearly broke from school expenses. I can't pay for a candy bar let alone a new computer.

If it only requires replacing the keyboard and mouse, I do have two backups that are brand new. (Ball mouse though, so my gaming skills will decrease dramatically.)

I'm sorry if this is depressing news to any of my pals. Hopefully, this will get fixed soon!

Update: I clean the damn thing inside out with air compressor, and it STILL dies on me! I'm guessing the mouse's motherboard is frying. :/