Problem with HP Pavilion Laptop

[Danimlucht]

I have a super weird problem with my laptop. I have no idea if it's fixable or if I should just buy a new one. My HP Pavilion laptop is 5 years old but still in good shape. About every other day, while resting my palms on the bottom of the keyboard, my computer will randomly start spawning tabs in whatever browser is open. OR it will continuously refresh the tab I'm in. The only thing that causes it is me physically touching the lower left portion of the keyboard where my palms rest while typing. If I don't touch it, my computer works fine.

I know nothing about hardware. Should I buy a new laptop or is this fixable? What on earth could cause this? I should mention I have kids that can be fairly rough around electronics...

 

[Computer Bloke]

I should mention I have kids that can be fairly rough around electronics...

You should also mention that you're an end user (not a technician) seeking free help.

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@Nige !

 

[Danimlucht]

I'm sorry, is that not what this forum is for? Is there a separate forum for end users that need advice?

 

[Computer Bloke]

I'm sorry, is that not what this forum is for? Is there a separate forum for end users that need advice?

Several. Look back at your Introduction thread - I linked to a couple there.

 

[Danimlucht]

Thank you - I'll move it!

 

[Markverhyden]

Thank you - I'll move it!

This forum is as much about running an IT business as it is technical stuff.

 

[Computer Bloke]

This forum is as much about running an IT business as it is technical stuff.

You forgot creationism, free software activism and gun control.

 

[Markverhyden]

You forgot creationism, free software activism and gun control.

And thread hijacking.... LOL!!!