On the Desktop, when you right-click on a drive and go to Properties, the "Tools" tab gives you access to three tools:
Defragmenter (c:\windows\defrag.exe)
Scandisk (c:\windows\command\scandisk.exe)
Backup (c:\program files\accessoires\backup.exe)
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