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This isn't really related to coding or programming, but when I scroll in a Windows Application, such as Microsoft Word or Notepad++, the view becomes very distorted. Please refer to the preview below.
http://imgur.com/j4IqA4W
The problem has been occurring for several days now but was never an issue previously. It seems to occur in all text editors I use, seen in Microsoft Word in the above preview but also observed in Notepad++.
If someone has experienced similar issues or can advise me with this problem, I would be very grateful. System specs are as below.
http://imgur.com/NgT4qlB
Thanks in advance!
UPDATE: This seems to be an issue with my scrollpad. The problem does not occur if I scroll by dragging the scrollbar or if I scroll using a USB mouse with a scroll wheel. Any suggestions?

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