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Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Services and Drivers

Services and drivers run everything on a PC and when they go wrong the whole system can become completely unusable. This course teaches you what services and drivers are, and how you can diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair problems in Windows 11.

Mike Halsey - Pluralsight course - Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Services and Drivers
by Mike Halsey

What you'll learn

In the world of Windows 11 troubleshooting, managing services and drivers is a critical skill. In this course, Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Services and Drivers, you’ll learn how to effectively diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair any type of problem with hardware and software drivers, and services in Windows 11. First, you’ll explore the Windows Service tools, and how you can use scripting to manage services. Next, you’ll discover the Windows Device Manager, and how to manage both unknown and problematic drivers. Finally, you’ll learn how to install and manage legacy device drivers, and how to manage the Windows Driver Store folders. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of troubleshooting Windows 11 drivers and services needed to effectively and efficiently support end users and PCs.

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About the author

Mike Halsey - Pluralsight course - Windows 11 Troubleshooting: Services and Drivers
Mike Halsey

Mike was first awarded as a Microsoft MVP in 2011 and is a recognized technical expert in the Windows experience and troubleshooting with more than a dozen books published.

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