Computer help please????

I have a compaq presario yes its a few years old. but I restarted it and windows wont open anymore. I have tried rebooting and recovery and it wont allow me to do anything. It acts like its going to load after I have tried those opens and then I recieve a message that says " configuration error ( code purple). I have tried calling the company and they want 50.00  to help me with this problem. I have visited the website and they cant help me either. If anyone may have any suggestions on how to help me with this. I would greatly appreciate it. I dont have the money to pay thier tech support. Trying to fix it for my girls... One day it works fine next day its not.. Thank You!!!!!!!!!

Welcome, voneshd!
Sorry to hear you are having computer problems.   I have not seen this error, but what RealGeorgeW is suggesting is only related to after repairs.  HP and Compaq do use a "tattoo" process for hard drives and motherboards - so you would have had to have one of these things replaced.  If it was repaired by Geek Squad®, this should be a non-issue as we know to re-tattoo before completing repairs.  The best way to assist you is through a diagnostics at your local Geek Squad® Precinct.  Let us know how we can help further!
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