Instructions

The functions of the utilities are very diverse: from performing standard tasks to fighting computer viruses and managing the settings of additional equipment.

Recovering deleted files on your computer is carried out using a utility program that can be found on the Internet. By using this program after unsuccessful data deletion, you can return valuable files to their place.

File encryption can also be performed by the utility, which protects personal information that cannot be distributed on the network.

Utilities monitor the performance of computer parts: processor, video card, hard drives. These assistants will let you know when the temperature goes through the roof or the disc reading function is turned off. In order to avoid this, the same programs regularly conduct checks.

Utilities help manage the parameters of additional built-in and peripheral equipment: CD/DVD drive, printer, fan, etc. For example, there is a printer utility that allows you to reduce ink consumption.

Utilities To fine-tune the system, they change parameters that are often difficult to access for the user, which make it possible to make the graphical interface more convenient or optimize the operation of the entire system. However, you should be careful when using them because they can make significant changes to the registry or configuration that will later be almost impossible to return to their original state. These utilities are called tweakers.

However, utilities can be not only useful, but also harmful, for example, programs created by hackers to damage a computer and steal personal files. Hacker utilities include pieces of software code for automatically creating viruses; worms that interfere with the normal operation of the machine; joke programs that provide the user with false information about the operation of the computer and mislead him, etc.

Some software developers provide users with universal sets of software utilities that implement most additional functions. Having such a set, you don’t have to worry about failures; these assistants will cope with any problem much better than standard software tools.

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Additional computer programs with a narrow focus that provide expanded capabilities of operating systems and simplified changes to certain settings are called utilities.

The purpose of utilities is very diverse. These assistant programs fight computer viruses, manage the parameters of built-in and peripheral equipment, and perform other important tasks that standard operating system tools cannot solve.

Utilities help protect personal file data through encryption of varying degrees of complexity, as well as set a strong password to access the file. This is one of the important aspects that allows you to protect private information from outside interference, damage and theft.

Certificate files, codes, passwords, family or business media files (photos, videos, etc.), licensed software, email programs, and operating system settings are most often subject to such an attack.

Utilities monitor the performance of various computer services, for example, processor, disk and memory card readers, video card, modem, RAM and physical memory, etc. In addition, such utilities constantly conduct tests of built-in and peripheral devices and signal when problems are detected; they also make requirements for improving or replacing software and components (for example, a printer cartridge).

Utilities recover lost files that were carelessly deleted

Not many users of Windows-based devices know that this operating system has a huge number of built-in useful utilities (narrowly focused applications that are designed to solve a specific task). A huge disadvantage is that they are not always easy to find in the system and not every beginner will be able to understand some of them. Therefore, third-party utilities are most often used.

However, the built-in system functions are useful and functional, and it is also useful to know how to work with them in the absence of third-party applications.

system configuration

This is one of the main utilities. Mainly responsible for loading the operating system and allows you to change many parameters.

To launch it, just start writing in the search “ system configuration", and Windows will automatically show it in the results. Another option is to press simultaneously Win+ R and enter in the window that opens msconfig, and click Enter.

The configuration window is quite easy to understand; it contains only five tabs:

System Information

You can launch the application in the standard way: Win+r and enter in the window msinfo32 . Allows you to obtain comprehensive information about the installed system and physical equipment. In fact, many third-party programs do the same thing. Therefore, in many cases, instead of installing downloaded software, you can use system information.

Troubleshooting Windows

Launching it is quite simple:

Computer management

Computer management is not one utility, but a whole set of applications. Allows you to change and check many parameters, some of which we will consider below.

You can run it by pressing Win+R and using the command compmgmt.msc. It can also be found through search or in Start, in the administrative tools section.

Task Scheduler

This component is designed to run specific tasks on time. Here you can set to turn off the computer, launch files and programs, turn the Internet on and off, and much more.

You can run it through the control panel or enter the command taskschd.msc in the window that appears by pressing the Win+R keys.

By the way, it is very convenient to use the scheduler to start defragmentation or disk cleanup at a certain time.

The event log

Most system events of the system are recorded here. The logs contain diagnostic alerts, informational alerts, and critical errors and warnings.

Event viewing can be customized as you wish; there are sets of filters and subscriptions.

When serious system errors occur, people will usually check this utility first to understand what went wrong.

The application is launched by entering the command eventvwr.msc after pressing Win+R, or through the control panel.

Resource Monitor

Another diagnostic utility. Allows you to monitor the operation of the system in real time. Makes it possible to monitor ongoing processes in the system, not only software, but also hardware.

So, here you can find out the load on the processor, look at disk and memory access, determine which running process is consuming traffic, etc.

You can run it using the command perfmon /res, after pressing the combination Windows + R. You can also get here through Computer management by selecting Performance – Resource Monitor.

Disk management

A standard application that allows you to manage physical and local disks quite flexibly. Can be used as an alternative to third-party software. Can assign drive letters, repartition partitions, format into different file systems, and much more

In Windows 10, you can start it by right-clicking on Start and selecting the item of the same name. Or use Win+R and the command diskmgmt.msc.

System Stability Monitor

A powerful tool for checking the stability of the system as a whole. Allows you to track events over time and with a convenient chart.

The launch is standard - the combination Win + R, and then entering the command perfmon /rel.

Disk Cleanup

A small application that cleans your disk of unnecessary junk. It doesn’t clean like CCleaner, but it allows you to remove unnecessary system files. Sometimes this way you can free up several gigabytes.

To run use the command cleanmgr in the Run window (Win+R).

Memory checkers

Lastly, let's look at a tool that allows you to check your RAM without using third-party software. It works quite effectively. You can run it with the command mdsched.exe from the command interpreter, which is launched with the Win+R combination.

Other utilities

We have not mentioned all useful system functions. In fact, there are many more of them, for example:

• Registry Editor– allows you to make changes to the system. A very serious tool that provides a lot of possibilities, but it can also completely destroy the OS.
• Task Manager– manages all running processes and the program. Simple at first glance, but quite a powerful management tool. In the latest versions, Windows even allows you to assign processor cores to each task.
• Group Policy Editor. Beginner users rarely encounter this tool. It allows you to change almost everything in the operation of the system. For example, it is with the help of this editor that you can prevent your computer from working with external drives.
• Firewall– built-in firewall. Allows you to protect your computer from attacks from the Internet. In version 10 of Windows, together with the built-in antivirus, you do not need to use third-party antivirus solutions at all.

And this is not a complete list of what you can use without using the functionality of third-party software.

Virtualization software for Windows, Linux and Mac OS. With its help, you can create a virtual machine, giving it the parameters of a real PC.

A characteristic feature of the program is the ability to launch several virtual platforms overnight. That is, you can import several “virtual machines” in parallel - be it older and more recent versions of Windows or different OSes - Mac OS and Linux.

BlueStacks is a free utility for testing Android mobile applications on a PC. The emulator program allows you to synchronize smartphones and tablets with a PC, edit their phone books, and set the date and time.

To preliminary test mobile applications on Android OS, it is useful to install them on your computer. However, this process causes certain difficulties for many users, and this cannot be done without additional software.

Another updated version of the excellent free defragmenter Auslogics Disk Defrag has been released. The purpose of this free program is to save you from a frequently occurring hard drive problem, namely fragmentation. This program is very easy to use and works quite quickly, since it does not require much time for analysis.

Many users, out of ignorance, do not pay enough attention to defragmenting their system disk. But if the disk is heavily defragmented, then the user can observe a significant slowdown in the speed of its operation.

A program that allows you to regulate, monitor and overclock a video card. Works with GeForce and NVIDIA. Useful for watching 3D videos and playing new PC games.

The software is perfect for all popular video cards: GeForce, NVIDIA and AMD (as well as for video cards of our own production - MSI).

ArtMoney SE is a free program for hacking computer games and increasing the amount of money, ammo, experience and other indicators. ArtMoney can significantly speed up and simplify the process of completing the game.

Are you tired of completing missions to earn coveted points or money in computer games? With the help of a small program ArtMoney, you can forget about boring walkthroughs and focus on enjoying the process. When playing GTA, it is not at all necessary to punch passers-by in order to earn extra money for weapons. By downloading ArtMoney for free, in just a few seconds you can acquire any amount of money: be it one hundred thousand or ten million “green”. Now let's take a closer look at this program.

The program facilitates the process of installing a large number of mobile applications. To install them, it is not at all necessary to connect to the Internet or go to the Play Market.

The InstAllAPK application eliminates the need to download applications one at a time from the mobile market or have an Internet connection. It is suitable for all Android devices. Just connect your tablet or smartphone to your computer and launch this small program. She will find all the APK files available in the system and offer to install them on your mobile gadget in one click. We tick the necessary boxes - and your device is already fully upgraded!

A compact utility that slightly automates the work on your computer, namely, turns it off at a time you specify or after a period of time, reboots and locks the computer.

It’s no secret that automation is gaining more and more popularity these days. The reasons for such widespread distribution can be described in two words - it’s convenient. Imagine the situation: you set a file to download and are sitting waiting for it to download in order to turn off the computer. Inconvenient. Imagine this: you set the file to download, started the PC shutdown timer and went about your business, the computer will turn off on its own at the time you set.

The version of the free Fresh UI program has been updated, which can help the user fine-tune most standard Windows applications, for example: Internet Explorer, Media Player, NetMeeting, Notepad, Outlook Express, Regedit, Task Scheduler, Windows Messenger, Explorer. Using the proposed small utility, you can make changes to many system parameters, in particular those related to security, network, turning on and off the computer.

Fresh UI allows you to change a variety of settings that relate to the interface of the Windows operating system, for example, you can change the Start menu, Quick Launch bar, dialog boxes, windows for opening and saving documents, desktop, etc. The program has a built-in Russian interface.