A program for formatting and creating bootable USB drives and memory cards. Allows you to install an operating system and other software or a computer game without the original disc.
The utility is designed to save images of boot disks on a USB flash drive or SD card with their subsequent launch. Works with all used versions of Windows, starting with XP.
version: 7.17.0.13 from 17 February 2020More and more people are embracing Apple's trendy technology. Let's take iPhones for example. Their memory is limited at best to 64-128 gigabytes, and sometimes even less. In order to somehow offload the internal memory of a mobile phone, they came up with external storage.
By downloading the iCloud client, you get five gigs of space where you can upload your documents, music, as well as photo and video files.
version: 6.0.0.34 from 02 August 2017The developers claim that this program is the easiest and fastest way to check the integrity and safety of files.
And this seems to be true. It is enough just to hover the cursor and click the right-left. And everything will become clear - whether there are small damaged or modified files in a large file. In fact, the HashTab utility is a Windows Explorer extension or a Mac Finder plugin if you have an Apple computer. Automatically integrated into Explorer. But this program will not work on Linux. But we dare to assume that this OS is used by a very small number of users. The program works as follows: it checks files by calculating the checksum. HashTab understands all common hashing algorithms. Among them: CRC, SHA1, SHA2, MD5, MD4, MD2, Adler-32, SHA3 (Keccak), RipeMD, Tiger and Whirlpool. It also supports BitTorrent Info Hash and Magnet link generation.
version: 1.53 build 1087 dated 09 June 2016Updated Recuva - a free program that is designed to recover files accidentally deleted from your computer or lost as a result of failures.
The process of searching and restoring files is organized very simply, as well as the program interface itself. The result of the search for deleted files can be sorted by type (graphics, music, documents, videos, archives) and immediately view the contents.
version: 9.0.0 from 26 June 2015Doctor Web has presented a free tool for restoring the operating system after a virus attack – the Dr.Web LiveCD boot disk.
Backup is the most important procedure that every PC user should carry out. Unfortunately, most of us remember about backup only when important data is already irretrievably lost.
If you store on the hard drives of your computer not only entertainment content, but also important documents, work projects or databases, then you need to think about their safety. You should not forget about system files and settings, as damage to them can deprive you of access to your account, and therefore to data.
Acronis True Image is one of the most widely used and powerful backup, recovery and storage software. Acronis can create copies of individual files, folders and entire disks. In addition, it includes an arsenal of tools for system security, boot repair, rescue media creation, and disk cloning.
The user is given space in the cloud on the server of software developers, which can be accessed, as well as program management, not only from a desktop machine, but also from a mobile device.
Aomei Backupper Standard
Aomei Backupper Standard is slightly inferior in functionality to Acronis, but it is also a very efficient tool. It includes utilities for cloning and creating boot disks on Linux and Windows PE, has a built-in task scheduler and the function of notifying the user by e-mail about the results of the next backup.
Macrium Reflect
This is another combine for creating backups. Macrium Reflect allows you to mount copies of disks and files on your system to view the contents and restore individual elements. The main distinguishing features of the program are the functions of protecting disk images from editing, checking the file system to detect various failures, and integrating into the boot menu of the operating system.
Windows Handy Backup
This program, in addition to backing up files and folders, allows you to synchronize the contents of backups and directories on local and network drives. Windows Handy Backup can also launch selected applications when starting or completing a backup procedure, send notifications by e-mail, and work through the Windows console.
Windows Repair
Windows Repair is a comprehensive software for restoring the operating system. The program performs "treatment" of the system in case of failures in the firewall, errors in update packages, restrictions on access to system files by viruses, and also restores the health of some ports. To improve security, there is a disk cleaning function with flexible settings.
All software from the above list is designed to restore the system from backups created. Only Windows Repair stands out from the general picture, since the principle of its operation is based on the detection and elimination of errors in the file system and registry.
Most of the presented programs are paid, but the price of important information stored on disks can be higher than the cost of a license, and it's not just about money. Make timely backups of key files and system partitions to protect yourself from unpleasant surprises in the form of disk failures or hooliganism of malicious applications.
Windows Repair is a universal software for fixing system errors due to software failures or virus actions. The application supports low-level scanning of the disk surface, allows you to create a backup copy. Includes a registry entry repair tool with the ability to remove erroneous keys. Uses secure boot mode to set file and system element permissions.
The program can manage Windows firewall rules, automatic updates installation settings. Allows you to restore file partition tables, standard Internet Explorer extensions, file hosts entries and incorrectly displayed desktop icons.
The utility can be used in case of hardware failures, it can work with the network settings of adapters. It contains a hint system and tools for step-by-step analysis and processing of selected parameters.
Download for free the full Russian version of Windows Repair from the official site without registration and SMS.
System requirements
- Supported OS: Windows Vista, XP, 10, 8.1, 7, 8
- Bit depth: 32 bit, 64 bit, x86
Windows Repair (All In One) is a free all-in-one repair tool that allows you to fix a large number of known Windows problems, including registry errors and file permissions, as well as problems related to the Internet Explorer web browser, Windows Updates, Windows Firewall and more.
Malicious programs and installed applications can change the default system settings. With Tweaking.com - Windows Repair you can restore the original settings of Windows OS.
The purpose of the program is to provide a recovery tool that can save users from having to reinstall their Windows system. The tool helps users who are not strong enough in computer technology, and, of course, advanced users and specialists in their work.
Key features of Windows Repair (All In One)
Reset all permissions in the Windows registryReset File Permissions
Registering system files to fix possible errors
Restoring WMI
Restoring Windows Firewall
Restoring Internet Explorer
Recovery of MDAC and MS Jet
Restoring the Hosts File
Removing restrictions set by malware
Restoring shortcuts
Restoring Winsock and DNS Cache
Restoring Important Windows Services
Deleting temporary files
Restoring Proxy Settings
Show hidden non-system files
Restoring Windows Updates
Fix missing CD/DVD and performance issues
and much more
Features of Windows Repair (All In One) Pro version
Automatic program updates.
Advanced Windows Cleanup.
System performance tweaks.
Tweaks to speed up system shortcuts.
Adding your own custom scripts and registry files to run after a restore operation.
Automatically apply system tweaks after restore is complete.
Lifetime license as part of the main version. For example, for all versions under v3, and after the release of v4, an upgrade discount will be offered.
Access to all pro features, tools and features that will be released in the future.
Change the logo in the main window to your own company logo.
Assistance in preparing for a free restoration.
Using Windows Repair (All In One)
Attention! Read this manual before using the Windows Repair (All In One) utility.When you first start the program, you will be presented with a wizard that includes 5 steps that you need to go through before performing the restore operation. These steps are recommended to go through before starting the recovery using Windows Repair.
Step 1. Important - Reset the computer system power
An important instruction on how to properly reset the power to completely power off the computer system. This cleans up volatile memory and rids the Windows system of possible memory leaks, resource deficiencies, or other problems after startup that might occur before recovery.
Proper power reset is easy to do. Turn off the computer/laptop and unplug the power cable/pull out the battery. After that, press the power button several times - this will completely de-energize the equipment. Connect the cable / insert the battery and start the computer / laptop.
Step 2. Clean Your System Of Infections
Trying to fix a system that is currently infected is obviously a very bad idea and can only make matters worse. Active malware can take control of your computer and prevent a number of recovery tasks from performing correctly. Since only part of the recovery tasks will be completed, other unfinished operations may eventually cause problems. First, make sure the system is clean. Even if you think that your system is not infected, it is recommended to check it with a virus scanner.
Step 3. Check File System - Checking the file system
You need to check the hard drives on your computer. The feature, after a system reboot, will launch a Windows tool to check the file system on the hard drive and fix any problems it finds. Corrupted files can disrupt many operations, including recovery. Thus, a mandatory condition is to check the integrity of the file system.
Step 4. System File Check (SFC) - Checking system files
The system file checker integrated into Windows checks Windows files for integrity, possible corruption, and correct versions. Before doing a system restore, you need to perform an operation to repair system files that are corrupted and may interfere with recovery tasks.
Step 5. System Restore & Registry Backup - Create a system restore point and backup the registry
At this point, you can make a system restore point before you perform any repair tasks with Windows Repair (All In One). If any unexpected problems occur after performing the Windows Repair (All In One) tasks, you will be able to return the system to its original state using the created restore point. This step is highly recommended.
The Tweaking.com - Registry Backup tool for backing up the registry is also included in this program.
Note. The free version of Windows Repair (All In One) offers all recovery features and is available for both personal and commercial use. The paid Pro version has additional options, settings and tools.
Good day!
No matter how reliable Windows is, sometimes you still have to face that the system refuses to boot (for example, the same one pops up), slows down, buggy (note: all sorts of errors pop up) etc.
Many users solve such problems by simply reinstalling Windows (the method is reliable, but rather long and problematic) ... Meanwhile, in most cases, you can quickly fix the system using Windows recovery (fortunately, such a function is in the OS itself)!
In this article I want to consider several options for restoring Windows 7.
Note! The article does not address issues related to computer hardware problems. For example, if after turning on the PC nothing happens at all (note: not one LED is on, the sound of the cooler is not heard, etc.), then this article will not help you ...
1. How to roll back the system to its previous state (if Windows has booted)
If Windows has booted up, then this is already half the battle :).
1.1. With the help of special recovery wizard
By default, Windows has system checkpointing enabled. For example, if you install a new driver or some program (which may affect the operation of the system as a whole), then “smart” Windows creates a point (that is, it remembers all system settings, saves drivers, a copy of the registry, etc.). And if after installing new software (note: or during a virus attack) problems arise, then you can always return everything back!
To start recovery mode - open the START menu and enter “recovery” in the search bar, then you will see the desired link (see screenshot 1). Or in the START menu there is an alternative link (option): Start/Standard/Utilities/System Restore.
Screenshot 1. Starting Windows 7 recovery
Note! Restoring the OS does not affect documents, images, personal files, etc. Recently installed drivers and programs can be removed. The registration and activation of some software may also “fly off” (at least for the one that was activated, installed after creating a checkpoint, with which the PC will be restored).
Then comes the most crucial moment: you need to choose a point to which we will roll back the system. You need to choose the point at which your Windows worked as expected, without errors and failures (it is most convenient to navigate by dates).
Note! Also check the box " Show other restore points". For each restore point, you can see which programs it will affect - for this there is a button " Finding affected programs«.
When you select a restore point - just click "Next".
After that, you will only have the last thing left - to confirm the restoration of the OS (as in screenshot 4). By the way, when restoring the system, the computer will be restarted, so save all the data that you are currently working with!
After restarting the PC, Windows will "roll back" to the desired restore point. In many cases, thanks to such a simple procedure, many problems can be avoided: various screen locks, problems with drivers, viruses, etc.
1.2. Using the AVZ utility
An excellent program that does not even need to be installed: just extract from the archive and run the executable file. It can not only scan your PC for viruses, but also restore many settings and settings in Windows. By the way, the utility works in all popular Windows: 7, 8, 10 (32/64 bits).
Screen 4.1. AVZ: file/restore.
By the way, the list of recoverable settings and parameters is quite large (see the screenshot below):
- restore launch parameters of exe, com, pif files;
- reset Internet Explorer protocol settings;
- restoring the start page of the Internet Explorer browser;
- reset Internet Explorer search settings;
- remove all restrictions for the current user;
- restore explorer settings;
- removal of system process debuggers;
- unlocking: task manager, system registry;
- clearing the Hosts file (responsible for network settings);
- removing static routes, etc.
2. How to repair Windows 7 if it won't boot
The case is difficult, but we will fix it :).
Most often, the problem of loading Windows 7 is associated with damage to the OS loader, disruption of the MBR. To return the system to normal operation - you need to restore them. More on that below...
2.1. Computer Troubleshooting / Last Known Good Configuration
Windows 7 is quite a "smart" system (at least compared to previous Windows). If you have not deleted hidden sections (and many do not even look and do not see them) and your system is not “Start” or “Initial” (in which these functions are often not available), then if you press several times when turning on the computer F8 key, you will see additional download options .
The bottom line is that among the boot options there are two that will help restore the system:
- first of all try the item " Last Known Good Configuration". Windows 7 remembers and saves data about the last time the computer was turned on, when everything worked as expected and the system was booted;
- if the previous option did not help - try running " Troubleshooting your computer«.
2.2. Recovery using a bootable flash drive
If nothing happened and the system still does not work- then to further restore Windows we will need an installation flash drive or disk with Windows 7 (with which, for example, this OS was installed). If it is not there, I recommend this note, it tells how to create it:
To boot from such a bootable flash drive (disk) - you need to configure the BIOS accordingly (details on BIOS setup -), or when you turn on the laptop (PC), select the boot device. Also, how to boot from a USB flash drive (and how to create it) is described in detail in the article about installing Windows 7 - (especially since the first step during recovery is similar to the installation one :)).
The Windows 7 installation window appeared ... What's next?
In the next step, we choose not to install Windows, but to restore! This link is located in the lower left corner of the window (as in screenshot 7).
After you follow this link, the computer will search for the OS that was previously installed for some time. After that, you will see a list of Windows 7 OS that you can try to restore (usually there is one system). Select the desired system and click " Next"(See screenshot 8).
- Launch Recovery- Restore Windows Boot Records (MBR). In many cases, if the problem was with the bootloader, after the work of such a wizard, the system starts to boot normally;
- System Restore- rollback of the system using checkpoints (discussed in the first part of the article). By the way, such points can be created not only by the system itself in auto mode, but also manually by the user;
- Restoring a system image- this feature will help restore Windows from a disk image (if you have one, of course :));
- Memory diagnostics- testing and checking RAM (a useful option, but not within the scope of this article);
- Command line- will help to carry out manual recovery (for advanced users. By the way, we will also partially touch on it in this article).
Consider the steps in order to help return the OS to its previous state ...
2.2.1. Launch Recovery
See Screen 9
This is the first thing I recommend to start with. After starting this wizard, you will see a window for searching for problems (as in screenshot 10). After a certain time, the wizard will report whether problems are found and fixed. If your problem is not resolved, move on to the next recovery option.
2.2.2. Restoring a Previously Saved Windows State
See Screen 9
Those. rollback of the system to a restore point, as in the first part of the article. Only there we ran this wizard in Windows itself, and now using a bootable USB flash drive.
In principle, after choosing the bottom option, all actions will be standard, as if you launched the wizard in Windows itself (the only thing is that the graphics will be in the classic Windows style).
The first point - just agree with the wizard and click "Next".
Screen 11. Recovery Wizard (1)
Screen 12. Recovery point selected - Recovery Wizard (2)
Then confirm your intention to restore the system and wait. After restarting the computer (laptop) - check the system to see if it boots.
Screen 13. Warning - Recovery Wizard (3)
If the restore points did not help, the last thing left is to rely on the command line :).
2.2.3. Recovery via command line
See Screen 9
Command line- there is a command line, there is not much to comment on here. After the “black window” appears, enter the two commands below in sequence.
To restore the MBR: you need to enter the command Bootrec.exe /FixMbr and press ENTER.
To restore the bootloader: you need to enter the command Bootrec.exe /FixBoot and press ENTER.
By the way, note that on the command line, after executing your command, the answer is reported. So, for both commands above, the answer should be: “ Operation completed successfully". If you have a different answer from this, then the bootloader was not restored ...
PS
If you do not have restore points - do not despair, sometimes you can restore the system like this:.
That's all for me, good luck to everyone and a speedy recovery!For additions on the topic - thanks in advance.
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