A bad system config error on a Windows machine can stop you dead in your tracks. Here are some things to try to troubleshoot and fix the pesky issue.

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

In Figure 4, for example, I ran the System File Checker and received a message indicating that it discovered some corrupt files and that it was able to repair them.

This command will scan and repair corrupted system files. Restart Your Computer: After the scan is complete, restart your computer to apply the changes. Additional Troubleshooting Steps ...

How do I fix the File System errors? A bad sector, corrupt files, incorrect file execution policies, and others are considered to be the primary cause of File System Errors.

These aren't like your chipset or graphics drivers where you can (and should) update them yourself, but fortunately, Windows has a built-in scan tool to help fix file system and Windows driver errors.