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Typically, no. Overloading a computer can cause bluescreens, freezing, very poor performance, and errors. However power loss indicates a hardware problem, not software.
Sudden power loss is typically the result of either failing hardware, or a lack of adequate power form the PSU. If the power supply (PSU) is smaller than the computer's needs, it may overload and shut down to prevent frying your computer.
Power Supplies lose capacity over time, roughly 10-20% a year. So if your computer draws roughly 500 watts maximum and you have a 2 years old 650 watt power supply, it is likely drawing 500 watts on a power supply that can only provide 410-530 watts reliably.
It can also be caused by a faulty power supply. I would recommend you bring the computer to a technician for diagnosis.
Remember:
Software *rarely* causes hardware malfunction. BSODs, crashes, freezing, errors, may be signs of hardware problems, but are just as often the result of software!
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