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539 published guides · Page 15 of 18MSDT, the short form of Microsoft Support Diagnostic Tool is an in-built utility tool that allows users, and admin troubleshoot system issues, run diagnostic scripts, error data collection for support, Microsoft Assist Report Generation, etc. However, Microsoft announced deprecation of this tool and redirect troubleshooters to different platforms. By 2025, MSDT platform will be completed […]
Read guideSystem Restore a Microsoft Windows tool that restores a computer to a previous state of your computer with your files and folders. If your system gets corrupted and then running system restore will allows you to revert your system to a previous state, effectively fixing issues caused by software changes, driver installations, or system updates. […]
Read guideGod Mode in Windows 11 refers to the comprehensive set of crucial system tools of Windows 11 such as Backup and Restore, Color Mangement, Credential Manager, Network and Sharing Center, Security Maintenance, Troubleshooting, etc, all in one place. In this article, we will check out How to Run God Mode as Administrator on Windows 11 […]
Read guideVisual Studio is a comprehensive integrated development environment (IDE) used for developing applications across different platforms. It is essential to run Visual Studio as Administrator for tasks that require elevated privileges, such as installing extensions, accessing certain system files, or debugging applications with system-level permissions. In this article, we will check out How to open […]
Read guideSystem Information is a built-in tool in Windows 11 that provides detailed information about your computer’s hardware, software, and system resources. This is an essential tool for troubleshooting, diagnosing issues, and gathering data about your system’s configuration. For some cases, you may need to run System Information with administrative privileges to access advanced system details […]
Read guideComponent Services is one of the essential administrative built-in tool, allows users to manage and configure COM+ applications, Distributed Transaction Coordinator (DTC), and other system services. This component services plays a important roles while troubleshooting and optimizing system-level operations. Component Services with standard user permissions may limit your ability to perform advanced configurations or resolve […]
Read guideTask Scheduler is one of the cron job scheduler in Windows 11 that executes scripts or pre-defined programs at defined time intervals and also it helps users to perform routine tasks on a chosen computer at specific intervals of time. Whether it’s running a script, performing system maintenance, or setting reminders, Task Scheduler ensures that […]
Read guideDisk defragmentation is a crucial tool which allows users to reorganizing data on a hard disk drive (HDD) to make it easier for the drive to read and this tool also helps you to optimize your pc drives and which will helps your device to perform faster. Over time, as files are added, deleted, and […]
Read guideThe Character Map is commonly known as CharMap. This CharMap is a built-in utility in Windows 11 that provides access to a wide range of special characters, symbols, and fonts. This tool is particularly useful for inserting unique characters that are not easily accessible through the keyboard. Example preview of Unique Characters: “Â,¾,ê,ð,à,Õ,£,Ê,ĉ“. CharMap is […]
Read guideDisk Cleanup Utility is an powerful Windows tool that helps users to free up disk space by removing unnecessary files. This tool allows you to perform the following options: Temporary Windows installation files, Downloaded program files, System error memory dump files, Windows defender files, Temporary internet files, Delivery optimization files, Old Windows updates, Recycle Bin […]
Read guideDiskPart is a powerful command line tool and it helps users to manage their hard drives partitions, and volumes with advanced precisions. From creating partitions to formatting drives and resolving disk-related errors, DiskPart provides a robust set of tools! You can use this diskpart to Reset an SSD to an uninitialized state, Create, delete, format, […]
Read guideThe telnet client is a Command line Interface tool, which helps the users to communicate between the remote servers or remote devices with users around the globe. This telnet commands are widely used by IT professionals and network administrators for the advanced users needing to access remote systems via the command-line interface. This command will […]
Read guideMicrosoft Outlook is one of the biggest email managing service provides by Microsoft corporation. Outlook is a powerful tool which offers client emails widely used for managing emails, calendars, and tasks in both personal and professional settings. You can run this application normally with the standard user permissions but you may need to elevated admin […]
Read guideRegistry Editor is the backend side of the essential windows files. Regedit, is a powerful tool that allows users to view, edit, and manage the Windows registry. The registry serves as a database that stores low-level settings for the operating system and installed applications. While you can access the Registry Editor with standard permissions, certain […]
Read guideMSCONFIG is otherwise known as System Configuration tool. This system configuration (MSCONFIG) tool is one of the powerful tool, which allows users to manage startup programs, services, boot configurations, and system settings for troubleshooting or optimizing performance. This tool covers most of the options under normal user rights itself, but you may need to elevated […]
Read guidePerformance monitor tool is almost similar to the task manager tool. This tool allows users to track system performance, troubleshoot issues, and analyze various metrics like CPU usage, disk activity, memory performance, and more. By accessing the performance tool with default permission privileges, you may not able to explore the system level data completely and […]
Read guideFile Explorer is one of the important file management tool in windows. File manager allows you to manage and organize files and folders on your device. While managing the files and folders inside the C:drive may require additional elevated rights. For example, copying files from folder to another inside the C:drive might require admin rights […]
Read guideThe Control Access.cpl file is a core component of the Windows operating system, designed to manage accessibility options, also known as Ease of Access settings. These settings provide customization and support for users with varying accessibility needs, allowing them to enhance their experience while using their PC. But in some scenarios, you may need to […]
Read guideNotepad is one of the most famous text editors ever created! You can use the Notepad text editor for multiple purposes. For instance, you can create various types of files using Notepad. Simply save the file with a .php extension to create a PHP file. However, for creating or editing system based files, such as […]
Read guideIntro: Task Manager is a powerful tool in Windows 11 that allows users to monitor and manage running processes, services, and system performance. You can call this tool as Task Killer instead of Task manager, because most of the users using this tool for killing the frozen tasks from software applications to game applications. It […]
Read guideThe Event Viewer is one of the important tool in Windows 11 for monitoring and managing system logs. It helps users and administrators diagnose system errors, track events, and troubleshoot various issues. While the Event Viewer can be accessed with standard permissions, certain advanced operations require running it as an administrator. Running Event Viewer as […]
Read guideCHKDSK (short for Check Disk) is a powerful utility in Windows 11 that scans your hard drive for errors and fixes them to ensure your system runs smoothly. It checks the integrity of the file system, identifies corrupted sectors, and resolves any storage related issues. However for running CHKDSK effectively, it needs administrative privileges. Without […]
Read guideEnable SMB 1 using CMD & PowerShell: The Server Message Block 1 on Windows 11 allows computers to share files, printers, and other resources over network using the SMB Protocol. The version 1 indicates Common Internet File System shortly known as CIFS. SMB Protocol includes CIFS compatibility. In this article, we will check out How […]
Read guideInternet Information Services (IIS) is a powerful web server developed by Microsoft for hosting websites, services, and applications. It is commonly used by developers and system administrators to test, host, or manage web based content. However, running IIS with standard permissions may limit configure settings, manage applications, or access certain features. To perform advanced tasks, […]
Read guideWindows PowerShell is a powerful command line shell and scripting language designed for system administrators and advanced users. It provides access to advanced system functions, enabling you to automate tasks, manage configurations, and troubleshoot issues efficiently & effectively. However, certain commands and scripts require administrative privileges to execute successfully. You can Run Windows PowerShell as […]
Read guideWindows Terminal is the modern and powerful version of command prompt introduced by the Microsoft for Windows users. This terminal console combines both the functionality of command prompt, PowerShell and WSL into an one unified interface. However, for certain scenario, you might need to run the terminal with elevated permissions also known as Running Terminal […]
Read guideUse WSL 2 to Install Ubuntu: If you are looking to run Linux Distributions like Ubuntu on Windows 11, then you don’t necessarily need VirtualBox, VMware, etc. Microsoft offers stable Virtualization environments on their Windows Operating Systems. In Windows 11, you can use Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 and Virtual Machine Platform for a stable, […]
Read guideAll Available Windows Features on Windows 11: They are built-in Tools, Programs, and Functions that comes with the Windows Operating Systems, and they enhances the capabilities of the OS. The Features ranges from System Utilities, Security Tools, Networking Services, Printing Services, Legacy Components, to Virtual Environments. These components are designed to enhance overall user experience, […]
Read guideEnable AD LDS Client using CMD: The Active Directory Lightweight Directory Tools for Client is a set of tools and libraries that enables a client computer to interact and manage AD LDS Instances. It provides the necessary components to connect to and utilize directory services hosted on an AD LDS server. It also supports Lightweight […]
Read guideEnable God Mode Folder on Windows 11: In Windows 11, there are many System Settings available. Some are in the Control Panel, some in the Windows Settings, some need to be accessed via the Start menu, some need to be accessed via commands using the Run, and more. What if all the crucial and essential […]
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