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Tools: Ultimate Windows Software Environment

There are many things that can go wrong with your computer that can prevent it from working correctly, or hinder the tasks you need to do. Common problems such as program crashes, computer slowdowns, and lost files, are all issues that can be solved with the right toolset. Even if you know what is causing the trouble, the hard part is trying to work out what the right sets of tools are in order to cope with potentially problematic situations. Having a set of software programs that cover a broad spectrum of uses is therefore essential for successfully solving issues with your system in good time. A good example of an essential tool is when you suspect that you have a hardware problem and need some way of testing all the hardware in your system. A Windows system analyser in this situation will highlight parts of your system that are at fault and thus need attention. By reading this article, you will learn the benefits of having the right set of tools, the scope of their applications, and how to solve common problems that may arise from time-to-time.

Category: Basics
Issue: 2009 Issue 4 June/July
Operating Systems: XP, Vista
Article Reference: T35