DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS AND SOFTWARE

1. Operating System Built-in Tools:

● Many operating systems include built-in diagnostic tools for hardware and
software troubleshooting.
● Examples include Task Manager (Windows), Activity Monitor (macOS), and Disk
Utility (macOS).
2. System Information Utilities:
● Provide detailed information about hardware components and system
configuration.
● Examples include Windows System Information (MSInfo32), macOS System
Information, and Linux lshw command.
3. Memory Testing Tools:
● Check RAM for errors and faults.
● Examples include Memtest86, Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool, and macOS
MemTest.
4. Hard Drive Diagnostic Tools:
● Analyze hard drive health and detect potential failures.
● Examples include CHKDSK (Windows), Disk Utility (macOS), and third-party
tools like CrystalDiskInfo.
5. CPU Stress Testing Utilities:
● Evaluate CPU stability and performance under heavy loads.
● Examples include Prime95, IntelBurnTest, and AIDA64.
6. GPU Benchmarking and Monitoring Software:
● Measure graphics card performance and monitor GPU temperature.
● Examples include FurMark, 3DMark, MSI Afterburner, and GPU-Z.
7. Network Diagnostic Tools:
● Identify network connectivity issues and diagnose network problems.
● Examples include Ping, Traceroute, ipconfig (Windows), ifconfig (Linux/macOS),
and network analyzer tools like Wireshark.
8. Driver Update Utilities:
● Automatically scan and update device drivers for improved compatibility and
performance.
● Examples include Driver Booster, Driver Easy, and Snappy Driver Installer.
9. Benchmarking Utilities:
● Measure overall system performance and compare against similar systems.
● Examples include PassMark PerformanceTest, PCMark, and Geekbench.
10. Remote Diagnostic Tools:
● Allow remote access to troubleshoot and diagnose computer issues.
● Examples include TeamViewer, AnyDesk, and Windows Remote Desktop.
11. BIOS/UEFI Diagnostics:
● Check hardware health and configuration settings from the BIOS/UEFI interface.
● Manufacturers often provide diagnostic features within the BIOS/UEFI firmware.
12. Disk Imaging and Cloning Software:
● Create backups of hard drives or clone disks for data migration or system
recovery.
● Examples include Acronis True Image, Clonezilla, and Macrium Reflect.
13. Diagnostic Bootable USB/CD/DVD Tools:
● Create bootable media with diagnostic utilities for troubleshooting when the
operating system is inaccessible.
● Examples include Hiren's BootCD, Ultimate Boot CD (UBCD), and
SystemRescueCD.
14. Hardware Monitoring Software:
● Monitor hardware temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds in real-time.
● Examples include HWMonitor, Open Hardware Monitor, and SpeedFan.