DIY Computer Repair Tools

DIY Computer Tune Up Tools

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Autoruns

Remove Unwanted Startup Programs

Autoruns displays all the programs & services set to start with your computer, as well as those configured to start on a schedule, or when certain applications are launched. Use Autoruns to disable unwanted software or services from starting with your computer.
Download Autoruns

BleachBit

Clear Temp Files & Free Disk Space

BleachBit quickly frees disk space and protects your privacy by deleting cache, temporary files, cookies, and other junk files. It’s more modern and actively maintained than older temp file cleaners.
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Patch My PC

Checks For Software Updates & Installs Them

Patch My PC has the ability to scan & update over 300 commonly installed programs & apps. Outdated software may contain security vulnerabilities, bugs, or other issues, so run Patch My PC regularly to keep your software up to date.
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DIY Computer Diagnostic Tools

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Speccy

Find Out What Hardware Your Computer Has

Want to know what hardware is inside your computer? Use Speccy to see detailed information (manufacturer, model, version, specs, etc.) about every piece of hardware in your computer (CPU, motherboard, RAM, graphics cards and more).
Download Speccy

CrystalDiskInfo

Free Hard Drive Diagnostic Information

Want to know if your hard drive is failing? CrystalDiskInfo provides diagnostic information about hard drives (including SSD & USB drives) such as temperature, spin-up time, uptime, error rates, and more. It also shows an overall health status score.
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BatteryInfoView

Get Info About Your Laptop Battery (Health, Make & Model)

Having trouble with your laptop battery? Use BatteryInfoView to get detailed information about your battery, including the model number, manufacture name, serial number, manufacture date, power state (charging/discharging), current battery capacity, full charged capacity, voltage, charge/discharge rate, and more.
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WizTree

Find What’s Using Your Disk Space (Faster Alternative)

WizTree shows you what files are using your disk space, but it’s much faster than older alternatives. It scans your drive in seconds and presents the results in an easy-to-understand visual interface.
Download WizTree

HWiNFO

Advanced System Information & Monitoring

Get detailed information about your hardware components, sensors, and system health. HWiNFO provides comprehensive monitoring of temperatures, voltages, fan speeds, and more.
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Fix Print Spooler

Reset Your Print Spooler To Fix Many Printer Problems

There are many reasons that a print job may not actually print, but one of the common causes is that the printer queue has a stuck print job. Fix Print Spooler is a convenient and free app designed to reset the print queue and often fix this printer problem.
Download Fix Print Spooler

Safe Mode Launcher

Boot To Safe Mode With One Click

Safe mode is a boot option used for operating system diagnostics. It can be difficult or annoying to get to this option, so this free app provides a quick, convenient way to boot directly to safe mode.
Download Safe Mode Launcher

DIY Virus Removal Tools

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RKill

Force Close Unnecessary Background Processes (Stops Popups)

RKill forcefully stops all but the most important running processes. By stopping all the background malware processes, RKill provides the opportunity to work on removing the malware without being pestered by pop-ups during the process.
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Malwarebytes AdwCleaner

Find & Remove Malware, Adware & Spyware

Use ADWCleaner to quickly remove most adware, spyware, potentially unwanted programs (PUPs), and browser hijackers. It’s not a comprehensive virus scan, but it removes a very large percentage of malware from a computer, making the computer more responsive and easier to clean.
Download ADW Cleaner

Microsoft Safety Scanner

On-Demand Virus Scanner

Microsoft’s Safety Scanner is a powerful on-demand scanner that checks for viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. It’s updated daily with the latest definitions.
Download Microsoft Safety Scanner

HitmanPro

Second Opinion Malware Scanner

HitmanPro provides a second opinion scan that works alongside your existing antivirus. It’s particularly good at finding deeply embedded malware that other scanners might miss.
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The Most Useful Portable Windows Apps

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Edge Block

Is there a way to uninstall Microsoft Edge?

No.

Can you disable Microsoft Edge?

Yes!

Chrome and Firefox users will appreciate this program that is built to do one thing. Stop Microsoft Edge from opening. Download and open the app, then simply click “Block” and it will stop the Microsoft Edge Browser from being the default, and prevent Microsoft Edge from opening altogether. If you ever need it back, simply open the app again and click “unblock”.
Download Edge Block

Windows 11 Classic Context Menu

Get The Windows 10 Right-Click Menu Back On Windows 11

The Windows 11 context (Right Click) menu has been redesigned, and hides some common functionality behind a ‘Show More Options’ button. Thanks Microsoft – I hate it! What a waste of time. Get the old Windows 10 context menu back with this free app!
Download Windows 11 Classic Context Menu

Mouse Jiggler

Stop Your Computer From Going To Sleep

Mouse Jiggler is a free, portable app that is designed to keep your computer from going to sleep when you aren’t using it. It’s handy for keeping your computer on while it’s performing lengthy downloads or updates.
Download Mouse Jiggler

Rufus

Create Bootable USB Drives

Use Rufus to create bootable USB drives to install operating systems like Windows or Linux. You can even make a portable version of Windows that runs from a USB flash drive.
Download Rufus

OBS Studio

Professional Screen Recording & Streaming

OBS Studio is a powerful yet easy-to-use tool for screen recording and live streaming. Create professional-quality videos for tutorials, demonstrations, or content creation without watermarks or limitations.
Download OBS Studio

Everything

Ultra-Fast File Search Tool

Everything is an incredibly fast search tool that indexes your files in seconds. Find any file on your computer instantly, without waiting for Windows Search to crawl your drives.
Download Everything