Windows 10 Windows 10 update = NO Google Chrome?

[Chucktin]

My Win10 desktop locked up last week. First Chrome would load only to quit after a short while, may 5 minutes. Then the machine wouldn't restart.
I took it into the local shop that installed a new SSD about July (this year) and the tech gave it back saying he could not find anything wrong.
WTF
Brought it home Friday and set it up this AM (Saturday), sorta ran for an hour or so and now it's displaying a message something like -"select a boot device".
Anybody got a clue as to what's happening?

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[ChatGPT]

It seems like your Windows 10 desktop is experiencing a boot device issue where it's unable to find the appropriate drive to boot from. This issue can have various causes, such as incorrect BIOS settings, a failed SSD, or a corrupt Windows installation. Here's what you can do to troubleshoot and address the problem: 1. Check Boot Priority in BIOS: - Restart your computer and enter the BIOS settings (usually by pressing F2, F10, DEL, or ESC during startup). - Ensure that the primary boot device is set correctly to the SSD where Windows 10 is installed. - Save the changes and exit the BIOS. Restart your computer to see if it boots up correctly. 2. Verify SSD is Recognized: - In the BIOS settings or boot menu, check if the SSD is being recognized by the system. If it's not listed, there may be a connection issue or a problem with the SSD itself. 3. Check SSD Connections: - If you're comfortable with it, open up your desktop and ensure that the connections to the SSD are secure and properly seated. This includes both the power and data cables. 4. Run Diagnostics: - Use any diagnostic tools included with your computer or available online to check the health of your SSD. It's possible that the SSD may be failing or has encountered an issue. 5. Repair Windows Installation: - If the SSD is being recognized but you still can't boot into Windows, you may need to repair the Windows installation. You can do this using a Windows installation USB or recovery drive. Boot from the USB and choose repair options. 6. Reinstall Windows: - As a last resort, if all else fails, you may need to reinstall Windows on your SSD. Make sure to back up any important data before proceeding with a clean installation. If after these steps you are still unable to resolve the boot device issue, it might be beneficial to have a technician inspect the SSD and system to identify the root cause of the problem.