The Command Prompt (CMD) involves various commands and syntaxes depending on the issue you're encountering. Here's a list of common CMD commands with examples that can help in troubleshooting and fixing computer problems:
1. ipconfig:
Displays the IP configuration for all network adapters. Example: ipconfig /all
2. ping:
Tests connectivity to another network device by sending ICMP echo requests.
Example: ping google.com
3. tracert:
Traces the route taken by packets across an IP network. Example: tracert google.com
4. netstat:
Displays network connections, routing tables, interface statistics, masquerade
connections, and multicast memberships. Example: netstat -a
5. sfc
/scannow: Scans and repairs system files. Example: sfc /scannow
6. chkdsk:
Checks and repairs the file system on a disk. Example: chkdsk C:
7. diskpart:
Disk management tool for managing disks, partitions, and volumes. Example: diskpart (to open diskpart)
8. bcdedit:
Manages boot configuration data. Example: bcdedit
/enum
9. netsh:
Network shell command-line utility for various network-related operations.
Example: netsh wlan show profiles
10. shutdown:
Shuts down or restarts a computer. Example: shutdown
/r /t 0
11. tasklist:
Lists all currently running processes. Example: tasklist
12. taskkill:
Terminates a running process. Example: taskkill
/IM notepad.exe
13. regedit:
Registry Editor for viewing and modifying the Windows registry. Example: regedit
14. attrib:
Displays or changes file attributes. Example: attrib -r -s -h myfile.txt
15. sc:
Service Control - communicates with the Service Control Manager and services.
Example: sc query
16. systeminfo:
Displays detailed configuration information about a computer and its operating
system. Example: systeminfo
17. robocopy:
Robust file copy utility. Example: robocopy
sourcedir destdir /MIR
18. powercfg:
Controls power settings and configurations. Example: powercfg /batteryreport
19. icacls:
Displays or modifies discretionary access control lists (DACLs) on specified
files. Example: icacls filename /grant
Users:(CI)(OI)F
20. net
user: Manages user accounts. Example: net user username password /add
These are just a few examples of commands that can be used to fix various issues on a computer through CMD. However, be cautious when using these commands, especially those that modify system settings, as incorrect usage can lead to system instability or data loss. Always ensure you understand the command and its potential consequences before executing it.