Winternals Software was a company known for developing advanced system utilities and troubleshooting tools for the Microsoft Windows operating system. Founded in 1996 by Mark Russinovich and Bryce Cogswell, the company focused on providing solutions for system administrators and IT professionals to manage and recover Windows systems effectively. In 2006, Microsoft acquired Winternals Software, integrating its tools into the broader Microsoft ecosystem. The most notable products included Sysinternals Suite, a collection of utilities that help diagnose and troubleshoot various Windows issues, enhancing system performance and security for users and organizations alike.