Let me take this moment to remind you, all of you, that if you have anything of value saved on your computer that you need to be backing up regularly. Whether you're on Mac or Windows, hardware failures can and do happen — almost always unexpectedly and without warning. If you're using a Mac then backing up your data is as easy as plugging in an external USB drive. The OS prompts you to use it for backups, and the rest is automatic and painless. If you are on Windows I honestly don't know the procedure, but it's worth your while to figure it out and do it. For about $100 for a massive external drive, this is the best insurance you can buy. Much better use of your money than any extended warranty ever will be, because that won't save your data.
So, when you call me to say your computer died and you need help getting your files back, my first question will always be: "Do you have a recent backup?". No sympathy if you don't......