@irh_1974 Thank you for trying to help, it's not likely a hardware error though, all of my drives are clean and in working order and I got rid of my old files right away after the upgrade when I didn't think I would want to downgrade. I had no problems with 7 and only started having problems about a week into windows 8.. I am going to try a fresh install though as it could be issues with upgrading. Actually I've been using computers since DOS, I built mine from premium components and it's not that old, also it's watercooled, even the mobo, so degradation from heat isn't likely a problem.
I'm actually really surprised people keep thinking it's a hardware error though. Linux, OSX, win 7 all rock solid.
I was actually really surprised that some people like you have responded so well to my comments and real discussion has resulted from it rather than just hate flinging.
I don't hate windows I just want it to be done right. Stable, clean, fresh design.. isn't that what we all want?