Windows Commands
Handy Commands Worth Knowing
Press Win + R to open the Run dialog, or search for Command Prompt in the Start menu.
Run Dialog (Win + R)
control- Opens the classic Control Panel.
msconfig- System Configuration for startup and boot options.
appwiz.cpl- Programs and Features, to uninstall software.
devmgmt.msc- Device Manager for hardware and drivers.
cleanmgr- Disk Cleanup to remove temporary files.
%temp%- Opens the temporary files folder.
mstsc- Remote Desktop Connection.
ncpa.cpl- Network Connections.
Command Prompt
ipconfig- Shows your IP address and network details.
ipconfig /flushdns- Clears the DNS cache to fix some browsing issues.
ping google.com- Tests your internet connection.
tracert google.com- Shows the path your connection takes.
sfc /scannow- Scans and repairs Windows system files (run as administrator).
chkdsk /f- Checks the drive for errors.
systeminfo- Displays detailed system information.
shutdown /r /t 0- Restarts the computer immediately.