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  The Windows Vista Microsft Protocol Tools (MPC) are used for system recovery. These tools allow a user to restore the system after a virus attack or check any physical problems with the computer's memory. If you are having trouble with your Windows Vista computer, you can use the MPC tools to help you get back on track.
  
  

Startup Repair

• The startup repair tool allows users to repair their startup disk. It is typically used when there are damaged or missing files on the startup disk and the computer is not able to start properly. The tool will scan the hard drive and fix the problems on the startup disk so the system can start correctly.
  
  

System Restore

• System restore is used to restore a computer to earlier point in time. This is a helpful tool to use if the computer has a virus attack or if there is malware on the system. The user creates a restore point and then initiates the system restore. The computer then reverts back to the state it was in during that restore point.
  
  

Windows Complete PC Restore

• Complete PC Restore restores the computer from an external hard disk backup. If the user has an external hard drive with backup information on it, he can use this tool to revert the system back with the files on the external hard drive.
  
  

Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool

• This tool will scan the memory on the Windows Vista computer and repair any errors.
  
  

Command Prompt

• The Command Prompt is one of the most common recovery tools on the Windows system. This allows programmers to use computer programming language to restore their computer.