My laptop gets extremely hot to the touch, especially when I'm running demanding applications. I'm worried about long-term damage if it continues to overheat like this.

Utilize benchmarking and stress testing tools (e.g., FurMark, 3DMark) to push the GPU and check for stability.

If possible, install the graphics card in a different computer to see if the issues persist.

Physically clean the graphics card's heatsink and fans, as well as the computer case, to improve airflow.

Use monitoring software (e.g., MSI Afterburner, HWMonitor) to check GPU temperatures during demanding tasks.

If the issue started after a recent driver update, consider rolling back to a previous stable version through Device Manager.

Utilize a tool like Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) to remove all traces of existing drivers before installing fresh ones.

Use a driver uninstaller tool to completely remove old drivers before installing new ones.

Download and install the latest drivers from the manufacturer's website (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel).

Temporarily disable non-essential startup programs and services to see if a conflict is resolved. Instructions can be found by searching for 'how to perform a clean boot'.

Ensure no other applications that might use the webcam (e.g., video conferencing software, camera apps) are running in the background.