When we dealing with software problems like corrupt drivers, malware, spyware, corrupt registry keys and the list goes on, fixing the trouble can consume a lot of time. Minutes can quickly become hours if there are multiple problems, so any tools that can automate even part of the repair process are most welcomed. Online service Reimage claims to be able to automate the entire process with a downloadable ActiveX control that works on Windows XP machines (yup currently it only works on Windows XP). The service could be useful to tech departments of small businesses that have a number of PCs in their systems to maintain even though it is meant for computer-maintenance businesses.
Reimage Home Edition is basically a web-based service that automates PC maintenance and repairs so that any PC will run like new, everyday. Reimage is using a proprietary technology mimicking a human decision making process to identify and execute the repair plan.
Through the Reimage website via an ActiveX control, they scan the system files, folders, registry keys and drivers looking for something missing or something that shouldnt be there. This can be anything from missing critical system files to an adware infection of your computer. Once they find the problem, the website fixes it.
Honestly, I am always skeptical when it comes to a product that sounds too good to be true. One best thing to dispel the doubt is by trying this software myself. The test drive starts after I created another OS boot (so my computer now runs on Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 Beta).
To summarize the whole process, it takes about 10 minutes to analyze the whole system, and few more minutes after fixing process is initiated. I'm satisfied with the repair so I never tested the undo function (say if something goes wrong).
The following video contains the gist of the reimaging operation and how it works to analyze and protect your computer from any threats.
Video: How the technology works
The concept of this product is superb because it saves lots of people's time, unfortunately the only major setback to this wonderful product is it is not yet available on Windows Vista. With Windows 7 is drawing near, Reimage need to work even harder and faster to fill in the gaps.
For those who prefer to test this out themselves, the Reimage software can be downloaded here.
If you are interested in learning the current Reimage's development, you can visit its Reimage blog which is updated from time to time. If you have any suggestions or criticism, you can always voice out your opinion by leaving them a comment or two.
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Thanks for the accurate Reimage post (I am a director). Rest assured that Vista development is well underway and is deep into testing as we speak. The Company remains committed to providing a fine service, supported by its 7 day money back guarantee.
Having repaired nearly 100,000 computers to date, the company remains open to thoughts that will improve its product and customer experience.
hello…Does this work on windows 7 yet? I would really like to try this out and have my pc running like new… :) send me a message please?
garidon1113@yahoo.com
or you can go to youtube and pm don2xify
thank you!
I downloaded Reimage on 3/22/2010 and it repaired my primary computer problem. My computer took forever to boot. However, on 4/01/2010, just nine days latter, my computer performance was running as slow as it had on 3/22/2010.
I tried to rerun Reimage, but my repair key was no longer valid. In stead of executing the program returned me their Internet order page which looked exactly the same as it did the first time that I visited. The one day only price was still listed as $47.95. The only difference was that the last day to take advantage of the one day price had been changed to the then current date.
Their product description failed to mention that the $47.95 charge was only for a single use of your product. That is a significant omission. I requested a refund in my email of 4/01/2010. I sent them email seven additional times requesting a full refund and the first 6 replies set additional conditions that I must satisfy before I would be eligible for a refund. The seventh email informed me that I was not entitled to a refund as of 3/29/2010. Why didn’t they tell me in response to my email of 4/01/2010 which was sent more than seven days after I downloaded the program? The only explanation that makes any sense is that their customer support is totally inept or that they were having a good laugh or taking sadistic pleasure in treating me like a yo-yo.
I ordered Reimage by clicking the “See how it works” button on their homepage which is listed under the “Diagnose Your PC” title on your homepage. The web page then changed to another page titled “Ready to fix your computer?”
That page displayed the following:
100% Money Back Guarantee
Satisfaction Guaranteed, or your money back. If Reimage fails to work on your computer, then you are entitled to a 100% refund.* Also, an automatic backup of changes is made every time you run Reimage. At any moment you can stop using Reimage and have a full roll-back. No risk to you what so ever. If for some reason you are not satisfied with the repairs made – your money will be refunded.
The word refund is followed by an “*” which in Standard English usage indicates that the meaning of the word is modified by a footnote that is identified by an asterisk. The words “100% Money Back Guarantee” are printed in 12 point typeface. That is followed by the rest of the statement in 8 point typeface. There are no footnotes on that page. There is however the following listed in the lower margin of the page printed in 6.5 typeface
Company | Technology | Download | Support | Contact Us | Affiliate Program | Blog | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Refund Policy
It is not reasonable for readers of their Internet sight to follow the asterisk notation to the “Refund Policy” button. I worked for thirty-two years in Information Technology and my responsibilities included designing web sights, and it was not at all apparent to me that the asterisk referred to the Refund Policy button. When I returned to their Internet sight to see if they disclosed the fact that they did not make refunds after seven days I had reason to press that button and I found the it said, no refunds after seven days.