Week 7- System Lockup and BSOD

In week 7, many resources were provided combined with reading materials and videos. Instruction on using performance monitor on windows 10, Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE) and its overview, recovery steps for Test Disk issues, basic guide to troubleshooting common windows PC problems/errors, basic software and hardware troubleshooting while occurring System lockup and blue screen death issues and free virtual access for VMware Player and Oracle’s Virtual Box are the main points from those resources.

Performance Monitor tool on Windows 10, which enables users to track and analyze system performance in real-time. This tool is essential for identifying resources, whether in memory, CPU, or disk usage, and allows for a deeper investigation into the health of the system. By using this tool effectively, users can quickly diagnose performance issues and take necessary corrective actions, helping maintain the efficiency of the system.

Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE) serves as a critical recovery and repair platform for users encountering system failures. Windows RE provides a set of tools that can help resolve startup issues, troubleshoot problems, and even restore the operating system to a previous working state. The week’s resources provided an overview of Windows RE, emphasizing its role in troubleshooting Windows startup issues and offering a series of recovery steps that could help restore the system in case of failure, making it a crucial tool for system administrators and users alike.

In addition, system lockups and the infamous Blue Screen of Death (BSOD are often caused by hardware failures, driver incompatibilities, or system software corruption. Understanding the basic methods for diagnosing and resolving such issues was a central focus of the materials, which included step-by-step guides and practical tips for handling these challenges. Troubleshooting techniques were discussed in detail, from checking hardware components to analyzing error codes and using diagnostic tools to pinpoint and fix the underlying cause of the errors.

Finally, the resources also included free virtual access to VMware Player and Oracle’s Virtual Box, both of which are popular tools for creating and managing virtual machines. These platforms allow users to run multiple operating systems simultaneously on a single physical machine, providing a flexible and cost-effective solution for testing, development, and learning.

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