Figure 4. The System File Checker has scanned my system and repaired some corrupt files. [Click on image for larger view.] Figure 5. This is the type of data logged by the System File Checker.

The Windows system file checker is such an effective general fix-all that I believe every Windows user should know about it. Its function is simple.

Over time, any Windows 11 computer will experience system corruption and eventually failure. Regular maintenance will repair system files and prevent future problems.

3] Use the System File Checker (SFC) The SFC tool can scan and repair corrupted system files. If a system file related to the System Restore process is corrupt, the process will be interrupted ...

The glitch causes the System File Checker tool to report that certain files are corrupted even if they're not.

Fortunately, Windows includes a few handy tools like the System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) that can help you find and repair damaged system files.

SFC (System File Checker) SFC checks for missing important files of your Windows operating system and restores them from the cache. CHKDSK (Check Disk) ...

If File Explorer isn't responding on your Windows machine, it can lead to headaches. Here are some solutions that might resolve the issue.