Sure, you know the Registry pretty well, but do you really want to spend time monkeying around with it just to fix, say, a missing Recycle Bin icon or an Internet Explorer "Runtime Error" message? Of course not.

That's why every IT pro should have FixWin in his or her toolkit. This handy 500K utility runs without installation and can quickly fix 50 common Windows glitches--many of which would normally require a trip to the Registry.

The fixes span five categories, including Windows Explorer, Internet & Connectivity, and System Tools.

For each of the available problems, FixWin presents a thorough description (such as "CD drive or DVD drive is missing or is not recognized by Windows or other programs"). To fix a problem, just click the corresponding Fix button.

And that's all there is to it. FixWin can also scan your machine for corrupted system files, making any necessary fixes. Smartly, it will create a System Restore point before making any changes.

Needless to say, this handy little utility is great for solving both your Windows problems and the problems of your users. And you can't beat the price: It's free.

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