Using Windows NT Diagnostics to View System Configuration Data

You can also use the Windows NT Diagnostics tool (WINMSD.EXE) to view configuration information stored in the Registry. Windows NT Diagnostics is placed in your SystemRoot\SYSTEM32 directory when you set up Windows NT. You can run this tool like any executable file in Windows NT. It's a good idea to place a program-item icon for Windows NT Diagnostics in either the Main group or Administrative Tools group in Program Manager.

When you want to browse for system information, Windows NT Diagnostics is the best tool to choose.

With Windows NT Diagnostics, you choose a button to display specific data from the Registry in an easily readable format.

Tip You cannot edit value entries using Windows NT Diagnostics, so the Registry contents are protected while you browse for information. However, you can select and copy any value if you want to paste information in a Registry Editor edit box or in a text editor.