14 NICE troubleshooting tools
1. Diagnose and repair
This is a solution center that automatically diagnoses and repairs common software problems in Windows, Internet Explorer or other Microsoft products with Microsoft Fix it solutions.
http://support.microsoft.com/fixit/
2. Lower your broadband usage over the Internet
The following URLs show tips to lower your broadband usage over internet to avoid unnecessary downloads.
http://www.intechgrity.com/5-tips-to-lower-your-broadband-usage/#
http://optus.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/303/~/how-to-manage-your-data-usage
3. AdwCleaner
AdwCleaner frees your computer of unwanted programs and malware, including adware, toolbars, and more. Regardless of how these programs ended up on your computer, this app can remove them quickly and smoothly.
https://toolslib.net/downloads/viewdownload/1-adwcleaner/
4. HitmanPro 3
HitmanPro is a second opinion scanner, designed to rescue your computer from malware (viruses, trojans, rootkits, etc.) that have infected your computer despite all the security measures you have taken (such as anti virus software, firewalls, etc.).
http://www.surfright.nl/en/hitmanpro/
5. JRT - Junkware Removal Tool
Junkware Removal Tool is a security utility that searches for and removes common adware, toolbars, and potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) from your computer. A common tactics among freeware publishers is to offer their products for free, but bundle them with PUPs in order to earn revenue. This tool will help you remove these types of programs.
http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/download/junkware-removal-tool/
6. Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
Malwarebytes Anti-Malware's industry-leading scanner detects and removes malware like worms, Trojans, rootkits, rogues, spyware, and more.
https://www.malwarebytes.org/products/
7. Windows update problem
"Checking for updates" takes too long? Try the following links.
If you receive a Windows Update error, try Solutions for common Windows Update errors.
How do I reset Windows Update components?
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/971058
How to update the Windows Update Agent to the latest version?
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/949104
If you receive a Windows Update error, try Solutions for common Windows Update errors.
8. CName Lookup
This test will list CNAME records for a domain in priority order. The CNAME lookup is done directly against the domain's authoritative name server, so changes to CNAME Records should show up instantly. Also called a canonical name records, they act as aliases, pointing to another DNS name.
For example, you might have a CNAME record docs.example.com, which points to ghs.google.com. When you type docs.example.com into a browser, it will bring up your Google Apps account.
http://mxtoolbox.com/CNAMELookup.aspx
9. Browser developer tools
Every modern web browser includes a powerful suite of developer tools. These tools do a range of things, from inspecting currently-loaded HTML, CSS and JavaScript to showing which assets the page has requested and how long they took to load.
https://developer.chrome.com/devtools
https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Tools/Tools_Toolbox
https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bg182326(v=vs.85).aspx
10. TeamViewer
Remote support, remote access, and online meeting software that the world relies on.
11. Tools to capture the screen activities
https://screencast-o-matic.com/ (Without having to install)
http://camstudio.org/ (Having to install)
12. Tools to measure the response time of a website
http://www.speedtest.net/ (Without having to install)
http://www.pingplotter.com/download.html (Having to install)
13. VirusTotal
VirusTotal is a free service that analyzes suspicious files and URLs and facilitates the quick detection of viruses, worms, trojans, and all kinds of malware.
VirusTotal, a subsidiary of Google, is a free online service that analyzes files and URLs enabling the identification of viruses, worms, trojans and other kinds of malicious content detected by antivirus engines and website scanners.
14. Tools to speed up and optimize your PC and mobile devices
Ccleaner can optimize your PC, protect your privacy and make things faster.
All-In-One Toolbox is your mobile devices's junk cleaner, task killer, speed booster, app master, battery saver, cache cleaner, app locker, CPU cooler, file manager, quick battery charger and more.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=imoblife.toolbox.full&hl=en