System Information

In order for your computer to properly run it needs to have all its drivers properly installed and up to date. There are various hardware devices out there, each with its own details, requiring different software to maximize efficiency. When updating them, you need to correctly provide info, that can easily be obtained by using applications such as System Information.

The application runs in a pretty compact window, taking up roughly about 500 Kb of space on your hard disk drive and barely noticeable system resources. In exchange, it is capable of providing thorough details on anything you might need to know about your computer.

A side panel is home to available fields, that are selected by default. From operating system info, CPU and drivers to proxy info, services and even suspicious files, nearly anything can be looked up and displayed.

Regardless of the chosen category, you are able to select one of the three levels of detail to be displayed. You options are basic, moderate and advanced, each containing info provided by the lower level with its specific additions.

Hitting the “Start” button prompts you with a selection window for the destination of the newly created text file. This is the only method in which you are able to view system info, the application creating a TXT file with all gathered details.

It comes in handy when updating drivers or even replace hardware parts to avoid incompatibility issues. The amount of detail provided is astonishing and includes issue date, as well as usage and availability for where the case applies.

Taking everything into consideration, we can say that System Information is a fast and reliable option to put your system under the scope. You are able to choose only categories of interest, while the available levels of detail make sure no unnecessary info is provided. It's one of the easiest ways to get to know your computer a little better.